B.M. Weedy’s Electric Power Systems, 5th Edition, is a widely-used textbook that offers a comprehensive overview of power systems engineering. It’s designed for students and professionals, providing a strong foundation in essential power system theory while also emphasizing practical engineering applications.
Key Features
• Broad Coverage: The book covers fundamental subjects like power system analysis, electromagnetism, network theory, and control systems. It explores the entire electrical grid, from generation to transmission and distribution.
• Modernized Content: The 5th edition updates its content to address modern challenges and developments, including the impact of climate change and the growing importance of renewable energy sources like wind power. It also analyzes today’s markets and the economic state of power generation.
• Practical Focus: The text is known for its emphasis on applying calculation techniques and using real-world examples. It also pays greater attention to topics like power electronics and voltage source components.
• Structure: The book is organized to first provide a strong theoretical grounding before moving into practical applications. It includes modernized presentation, end-of-chapter questions, and a greater use of examples to enhance the learning process.
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