Electric Transmission of Water Power
Revolutionizing Hydroelectric Power Transmission TechnologyBy Alton D. Adams
Length9h 49m
About this audiobook
In "Electric Transmission of Water Power," Alton D. Adams delves into the intricate relationship between hydropower and electrical engineering, providing a rigorous analysis of the principles, technologies, and implementations of electric transmission systems. Employing a technical yet accessible literary style, Adams articulates complex concepts through detailed illustrations and equations, situating the work within the context of early 20th-century innovations that shaped modern energy systems. The book serves as both a historical account and a practical guide, addressing the challenges and advantages specific to hydropower transmission during a transformative period in energy production. Alton D. Adams, an accomplished engineer and pioneer in electrical power distribution, draws from his extensive experience in the burgeoning field of electrification to inform his writing. His expertise is underscored by a career that intersected with critical developments in power generation and a commitment to making engineering principles comprehensible to a broader audience. Adams's enthusiasm for sustainable energy solutions reflects the pressing concerns of his time, compelling him to advocate for more efficient and environmentally friendly energy practices. I highly recommend "Electric Transmission of Water Power" to scholars, engineers, and energy enthusiasts alike. This book not only offers invaluable insight into the technical aspects of hydropower but also serves as a crucial touchstone for understanding the evolution of energy transmission in the modern era. Readers will benefit from both its historical perspective and its implications for contemporary energy discussions.
Audiobook details
GenreTechnology
Length9 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 27, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER IV. ADVANTAGES OF THE CONTINUOUS AND ALTERNATING CURRENT.
12CHAPTER XV. MATERIALS FOR LINE CONDUCTORS.
2CHAPTER V. THE PHYSICAL LIMITS OF ELECTRIC-POWER TRANSMISSION.
13CHAPTER XVI. VOLTAGE AND LOSSES ON TRANSMISSION LINES.
3CHAPTER VI. DEVELOPMENT OF WATER-POWER FOR ELECTRIC STATIONS.
14CHAPTER XVII. SELECTION OF TRANSMISSION CIRCUITS.
4CHAPTER VII. THE LOCATION OF ELECTRIC WATER-POWER STATIONS.
15CHAPTER XVIII. POLE LINES FOR POWER TRANSMISSION.
5CHAPTER VIII. DESIGN OF ELECTRIC WATER-POWER STATIONS.
16CHAPTER XIX. ENTRIES FOR ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION LINES.
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6CHAPTER IX. ALTERNATORS FOR ELECTRICAL TRANSMISSION.
17CHAPTER XX. INSULATOR PINS.
7CHAPTER X. TRANSFORMERS IN TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS.
18CHAPTER XXI. INSULATORS FOR TRANSMISSION LINES.
8CHAPTER XI. SWITCHES, FUSES, AND CIRCUIT-BREAKERS.
19CHAPTER XXII. DESIGN OF INSULATOR PINS FOR TRANSMISSION LINES.
9CHAPTER XII. REGULATION OF TRANSMITTED POWER.
20CHAPTER XXIII. STEEL TOWERS.
10CHAPTER XIII. GUARD WIRES AND LIGHTNING ARRESTERS.
21INDEX.
11CHAPTER XIV. ELECTRICAL TRANSMISSION UNDER LAND AND WATER.
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