01967nam a2200193 a 4500001001500000005001700015008004100032020003500073020003000108100001600138245008500154250001200239260002800251300002100279520138100300700000701681700001201688856007301700ASIN047192617520150618093220.0150618s1992    xxu                 eng d  a0471926175 (paperback)c$84.95  a9780471926177 (paperback)1 aBird, B. M.13aAn introduction to power electronics /cB. M. Bird, K. G. King, D. A. G. Pedder.  a2nd ed.  a[S.l.] :bWiley,c1992.  a392 p. ;c25 cm.  aAn Introduction to ·P·O·W·E·R· Electronics Second Edition B. M. Bird University of Bristol, UK K. G. King Deceased, formerly Westinghouse Brake & Signal Co. Ltd, Chippenham, Wiltshire, UK D. A. G. Pedder ERA Technology Ltd, UK An updated and extended version of a highly successful text, this second edition gives a lucid, broad-based introduction to power electronics. The text covers a wide range of power converter circuits including simple and controlled rectifiers, d.c. switching regulators, single and multiphase inverters and switched-mode power supplies. Concentrating upon the users’ needs, the authors detail general application techniques and avoid extensive theoretical analysis. Features include: A review of the most commonly used semiconductor devices. A discussion of those circuits employed to protect devices against switching transients and external noise. Techniques for thermal analysis and information on device cooling. End-of-chapter problems and numerous worked examples to assist the reader’s understanding. A detailed bibliography for those who wish to conduct further research. Presented in a logical, easy-to-follow style, this comprehensive text is ideal for students in power electronics and electrical engineering. Practising engineers who require a guide to the successful implementation of circuit design will also find this book a  aKi  aPedder,  3Amazon.comuhttp://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0471926175/chopac