Measurement of High Direct Current

Measurement of High Direct Current: High magnitude direct currents are measured using a resistive shunt of low ohmic value. The voltage drop across the resistance is measured with a millivoltmeter.…

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Peak Reading AC Voltmeter Circuit

Peak Reading AC Voltmeter Circuit: Peak Reading AC Voltmeter Circuit : When a capacitor is connected to a sinusoidal voltage source, the charging current where V is the rms value…

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Different Types of DC Distributors

Different Types of DC Distributors: Different Types of DC Distributors - In the beginning of the electrical age, electricity was generated as a direct current and voltages were low. The…

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DC Distribution System

DC Distribution System: It is a common knowledge that electric power is almost exclusively generated, transmitted and dis­tributed as a.c. However, for certain applications, d.c. supply is absolutely necessary. For…

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Control of DC Drives Using Microprocessors

Control of DC Drives Using Microprocessors: The dc motors fed from thyristor converters for variable speeds are being ex­tensively used in general industrial applications. A dual converter, which is a…

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