Tesla's Experiments with Alternating Currents
Enriched edition. Including Tesla's AutobiographyBy Nikola Tesla
Length10h 10m
About this audiobook
In "Tesla's Experiments with Alternating Currents," Nikola Tesla presents a comprehensive and technical exploration of his groundbreaking work with alternating current (AC) systems. The book is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and scientific rigor, embodying Tesla's innovative spirit and visionary understanding of electricity. Written during a time when direct current (DC) was the prevailing technology, Tesla's treatise not only elucidates the superiority of AC but also sets the stage for the electrification of the modern world, marked by experimental insights and practical applications that showcase his genius in harnessing electrical energy for widespread use. Nikola Tesla, a Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer, is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the development of electrical engineering. His insights were often informed by a passion for discovery and a quest for knowledge, which guided him through numerous pioneering experiments. Tesla's unique background and early experiences in Europe fueled his resolve to prove the efficacy of AC, culminating in this seminal work that expresses his unwavering belief in the potential of electricity to revolutionize society. For anyone interested in the history of technology, engineering principles, or the life of an extraordinary thinker, "Tesla's Experiments with Alternating Currents" is an essential read. It invites readers not only to understand the technical advancements it discusses but also to appreciate the vision that shaped modern electrical systems as we know them today.
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Audiobook details
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GenreTechnology
Length10 hrs 10 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6Tesla’s Experiments with Alternating Currents (pt. 1)
7Tesla’s Experiments with Alternating Currents (pt. 2)
8Tesla’s Experiments with Alternating Currents (pt. 3)
9Tesla’s Experiments with Alternating Currents (pt. 4)
10Analysis
11Reflection
12Memorable Quotes
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