Electric Generators Handbook, Second Edition: Two-Volume Set supplies state-of-the-art tools necessary to design, validate, and deploy the right power generation technologies to fulfill tomorrow's complex energy needs. The first volume, Synchronous Generators, explores large- and medium-power synchronous generator topologies, steady state, modeling, transients, control, design, and testing. Numerous case studies, worked-out examples, sample results, and illustrations highlight the concepts. Fully revised and updated to reflect the last decade’s worth of progress in the field, the Second Edition adds coverage of high-power wind generators with fewer or no PMs, PM-assisted DC-excited salient pole synchronous generators, autonomous synchronous generators’ control, line switching parameter identification for isolated grids, synthetic back-to-back load testing with inverter supply, and more. The second volume, Variable Speed Generators, provides extensive coverage of variable speed generators in distributed generation and renewable energy applications around the world. Numerous design and control examples illustrate the exposition. Fully revised and updated to reflect the last decade’s worth of progress in the field, the Second Edition adds material on doubly fed induction generator control under unbalanced voltage sags and nonlinear loads, interior permanent magnet claw-pole-alternator systems, high power factor Vernier PM generators, PM-assisted reluctance synchronous motors/generators for electric hybrid vehicles, and more.

The modern world hungers for electricity. Traditionally, this hunger was sated with predominantly constant-speed-regulated, synchronous generators. However, new demands require the stable, quick, and efficient delivery and control offered by variable-speed generators. Surveying all of the technologies used to satisfy the world's demand for o

Welcome to the world of electric generators—a realm where science, engineering, and innovation converge to provide us with an essential source of power. In "Generating Power: A Comprehensive Guide to Electric Generators," we embark on a journey through the intricate workings, diverse types, and practical applications of these remarkable machines. In an age where our lives are intricately woven with technology and electricity, understanding the principles behind electric generators becomes increasingly important. Whether it's lighting up our homes, propelling industrial machinery, or ensuring critical facilities remain operational during emergencies, electric generators play a pivotal role in our modern existence. This comprehensive guide is designed to unravel the complexities surrounding electric generators, catering to readers ranging from enthusiastic beginners to seasoned professionals. We'll delve deep into the fundamental principles of electromagnetism, the heart of generator operation. From Faraday's pioneering discoveries to the advanced electromagnetic theories shaping today's cutting-edge designs, we'll trace the evolution of electric generators. But this guide is more than just theoretical discourse. We'll explore various types of generators, from the classic and dependable synchronous generators to the efficient and versatile asynchronous generators. You'll learn how different fuel sources, such as gasoline, diesel, natural gas, and renewables, impact generator design and performance. As we venture further, we'll unravel the intricacies of generator sizing, paralleling, and synchronization—a critical aspect for industries reliant on continuous power. The guide will offer practical insights into selecting the right generator for specific applications, ensuring optimal performance, and minimizing downtime. Safety is paramount when dealing with generators, and a dedicated section will provide indispensable guidelines for safe installation, operation, and maintenance. Understanding potential hazards, implementing preventive measures, and adhering to industry standards are crucial for both personal and operational safety. In times of crisis, electric generators stand as lifelines, ensuring essential services are maintained when the grid falters. Our guide will equip you with the knowledge to set up backup power systems effectively, enabling you to weather storms, outages, and unforeseen emergencies. "Generating Power: A Comprehensive Guide to Electric Generators" is more than a mere compilation of facts—it's an exploration of human ingenuity, a celebration of scientific progress, and a roadmap for harnessing one of nature's most fundamental forces. Whether you're an aspiring engineer, a homeowner seeking reliable backup power, or simply a curious mind intrigued by the mechanics behind the flick of a switch, this guide promises to enlighten, educate, and empower. So, join us as we unravel the mysteries, debunk the myths, and demystify the world of electric generators. Together, we'll illuminate the path toward a more informed and electrifying future.

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Synchronous Generators, the first of two volumes in the Electric Generators Handbook, offers a thorough introduction to electrical energy and electricity generation, including the basic principles of electric generators. The book devotes a chapter to the most representative prime mover models for transients used in active control of various generators. Then, individual chapters explore large- and medium-power synchronous generator topologies, steady state, modeling, transients, control, design, and testing. Numerous case studies, worked-out examples, sample results, and illustrations highlight the concepts. Fully revised and updated to reflect the last decade’s worth of progress in the field, this Second Edition adds new sections that: Discuss high-power wind generators with fewer or no permanent magnets (PMs) Cover PM-assisted DC-excited salient pole synchronous generators Present multiphase synchronous machine inductances via the winding function method Consider the control of autonomous synchronous generators Examine additional optimization design issues Illustrate the optimal design of a large wind generator by the Hooke–Jeeves method Detail the magnetic equivalent circuit population-based optimal design of synchronous generators Address online identification of synchronous generator parameters Explain the small-signal injection online technique Explore line switching (on or off) parameter identification for isolated grids Describe synthetic back-to-back load testing with inverter supply The promise of renewable, sustainable energy rests on our ability to design innovative power systems that are able to harness energy from a variety of sources. Synchronous Generators, Second Edition supplies state-of-the-art tools necessary to design, validate, and deploy the right power generation technologies to fulfill tomorrow's complex energy needs.