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Basic principles of power electronics

Book ·
OSTI ID:6768577

This book examines the applications of semiconductor devices (e.g., diodes, thyristors, MOSFETs, bipolar transistors, and GTOs) to power electronics through quantitative analysis. Tables of equations and fundamental circuits for calculation and design are used to summarize the results. Main applications in industrial drives, energy generation and distribution, electric heating, electrochemistry, traction, and domestic equipment are emphasized.

OSTI ID:
6768577
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English