2002, 421 pages

This book is aimed at the beginner who wants to obtain a first overview on electric machines and drives. Starting with a summary of physical laws and electro technical methods necessary for the understanding of electric machines, the book gives the reader a basic understanding of the design and function of electric machines such as transformers, three-phase asynchronous motors, and DC motors. After a introduction to the fundamental dynamic law of rotation and power electronics, the book deals with how current converters can be employed for speed control in electric drives. The book contains a range of figures and examples of the basic calculation methods concerned with electric machines and drives, with tips on their applications. Mathematical equations are kept as simple as possible.