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Linear Electric Actuators and Generators

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Linear Electric Actuators and Generators
Authors and Contributors      By (author) I. Boldea
By (author) Syed A. Nasar
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:248
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156
Category/GenreElectrical engineering
ISBN/Barcode 9780521020329
ClassificationsDewey:629.8315
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 10 Tables, unspecified; 145 Line drawings, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 26 September 2005
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Linear electric actuators (LEAs) and linear electric generators (LEGs) are widely used electromagnetic devices. This book deals with LEAs that convert electric energy into controlled mechanical motion of limited travel and LEGs that transform mechanical energy into electric energy. Examples range from loudspeakers and microphones to magnetically levitated material transfer in ultraclean rooms. Much of the literature on linear actuators and generators covers the principles of operation and performance calculations of these devices. Little has been published on their control or on detailed design methodologies. This book presents the first unified treatment of the subject, including the construction, operation, control and design of LEAs and LEGs. Chapters describe linear induction, permanent-magnet, linear reluctance, switched reluctance, and linear stepper actuators, as well as various types of linear electric generators. The text is amply illustrated with numerous design examples.

Reviews

'Skilfully written by two distinguished researchers in the field, this highly topical and intriguing book is aimed at those working in industry and universities who approach the emergent technology of linear actuators and alternators.' Electromotion