Electrical Technology

Want to know how AT&T's Bell Labs developed semiconductor technology - and how its leading scientists almost came to blows in the process? Want to understand how radio and television work - and why RCA drove their inventors to financial ruin and early graves? Conquering the Electron offers these stories and more, presenting each revolutionary technological advance right alongside blow-by-blow personal battles that all too often took place.

Nikola Tesla was a major contributor to the electrical revolution that transformed daily life at the turn of the 20th century. His inventions, patents, and theoretical work formed the basis of modern AC electricity, and contributed to the development of radio and television. Like his competitor Thomas Edison, Tesla was one of America's first celebrity scientists, enjoying the company of New York high society and dazzling the likes of Mark Twain with his electrical demonstrations. An astute self-promoter and gifted showman, he cultivated a public image of the eccentric genius.

With so many books and courses online that offer training in PLC programming, new learners/students, plant operators, technicians and engineers aspiring to learn PLCs may get confused where to get started. That is the reason why I came up with this book to help new PLC learners build good foundational knowledge before they embark on a serious PLC programming training. This book starts with a background into Relay control systems to help you appreciate why industries changed their control systems from Relays to PLCs. If you can understand how Relay systems was and is still used in industrial...

Nikola Tesla was a scientist and inventor in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Among his many inventions and experiments, he helped create the modern electricity system. Learn more about Tesla's life as a famous inventor!

In this accessible introduction to AI, Sean O'Callaghan and Paul Hoffman explore its social and ethical impacts for ministry and teaching. The authors shed light on the biblical vision for human flourishing—and on how AI can help or hinder that flourishing. Avoiding both alarmism and uncritical acceptance, O'Callaghan and Hoffman offer resources and practical tools for using AI in our classrooms and congregations.

From the award-winning journalist and NPR TED Radio Hour host comes a timely investigation into how screens and sitting are reshaping our bodies—and how a simple shift can change everything. In today’s world, a normal day means sitting in front of a screen for eight to ten hours. Meeting...

In the mid- to late-19th century, a burgeoning science called electricity promised to shine new light on a rousing nation. Inventive and ambitious minds were hard at work. Soon that spark was fanned, and a war was under way to be the first to light - and run - the world with electricity. Thomas Alva Edison, the inventor of direct current (DC), engaged in a brutal battle with Nikola Tesla and George Westinghouse, the inventors of alternating current (AC). There would be no ties in this race - only a winner and a loser - and the prize was a nationwide monopoly in electric current.

Unlock the mysteries of the modern world with "Transistors Unleashed," a comprehensive exploration of one of technology's most transformative components. Dive into the rich history and evolution of transistors, beginning with their groundbreaking inception and journeying through decades of innovation. From the pivotal switch from germanium to silicon, to the rise of the MOSFET and the era of miniaturization, this book charts the relentless progress and impact of transistors on our world. Discover how transistors revolutionized circuit design and led to the advent of microprocessors, ...

🔋 The Future of Energy: Technologies and Trends Driving Disruption By Jason Schenker — #1 Bestselling Author and Bloomberg-Ranked Energy Forecaster The future of energy is not a debate — it's a disruption already underway. In The Future of Energy, economist and futurist Jason Schenker delivers a data-driven, no-hype exploration of the seismic shifts transforming global energy. From oil and natural gas to renewables, electric vehicles, and blockchain, this book examines the critical drivers of change—technological, economic, environmental, and geopolitical. ✔️ Understand why U.S...

Would you like to know how to make your home more energy efficient? Are you wondering if there are simple ways to save money while saving the environment? You really can have the best of both worlds, and it doesn't have to be difficult or complicated! In this book you will learn about some exciting, cutting-edge energy efficient technologies that will help you easily move into the future as a knowledgeable and caring steward of your home and the planet. Written in easy-to-understand language by an electromechanical engineer with advanced degrees, this book will teach you everything you need...

Trade Skills for the AI Age: Traditional Trades and Emerging Trades How to Build a Future-Proof Career in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Automotive, IT, and Smart Building Fields 🔧 Build a Career That Robots Can’t Replace As automation and artificial intelligence reshape industries, millions are rediscovering the value of hands-on technical work—the trade careers that keep our world running. This book is your complete, practical guide to thriving in both traditional trades and emerging technical fields that blend craftsmanship with modern technology. 💡 What You’ll Learn Career ...

Energy Storage Systems: Origins, Technologies, Materials, and Industry Applications is a comprehensive exploration of one of the most critical and transformative technologies shaping the future of energy. Written by Ronald Joseph Legarski, Jr., this book offers readers a detailed and accessible journey through the history, science, and real-world impact of energy storage solutions. As the global demand for sustainable and efficient energy systems accelerates, understanding energy storage is no longer optional—it is essential. In this definitive guide, readers will discover: The historical...

How do brain impulses translate into a state of mind? This Q & A explores the science of the brain and gives an insight into feelings and abilities.

"Electrifying Discoveries: A Comprehensive Guide to Electricity" is an illuminating exploration of one of the most fundamental forces shaping our world. From the pioneering experiments of Faraday and Maxwell to the cutting-edge technologies of the 21st century, this comprehensive guide offers a captivating journey through the electrified landscape of modern civilization. Delving into the heart of electrical theory, the book unveils the foundational principles of voltage, current, resistance, and power, providing readers with a solid understanding of the fundamental laws that govern ...

Feed the Dragon is a detailed study of China's battery mineral operations in Africa. The U.S. and China are chief rivals in the international system and part of this competition includes the race for increasingly limited critical minerals. Africa, once the preserve of Western colonial powers, is open for business and their raw materials are on the table for discussion. To date, China has engaged the African nations in a persistent and comprehensive manner to secure their mineral needs in order to feed their growing battery and electric vehicle industries. While there are serious challenges ...

The wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago, and it has brought some awesome vehicles our way. But this invention isn't done giving! Take a tour of some of the most unique and fascinating vehicles around.

Modern Automotive Performance: EV & Hybrid Tuning and Maintenance bridges the gap between traditional car tuning and the emerging world of electric and hybrid vehicles. Whether you are an enthusiast, a professional mechanic, or a technically curious driver, this book offers a comprehensive guide to understanding, maintaining, and optimizing modern automotive powertrains. This book complements my earlier works on car tuning and automotive maintenance—Autonomous Car Maintenance and Complete Car Tuning and Performance Guide—but it also serves as the foundation of a new series dedicated to ...

Hybrid Small Modular Reactors (SMRs): From Design to Future Technologies delivers an in-depth exploration of next-generation nuclear technology at the crossroads of engineering, telecommunications, and sustainable energy. This definitive guide breaks down the architecture, operational principles, fuel cycles, safety systems, and grid integration strategies for hybrid SMRs—compact reactors capable of using diverse fuel sources including MOX, thorium, and recycled nuclear waste. With contributions from industry experts, the book examines the potential of integrating SMRs with smart grids, ...

Electricity is the foundation of modern civilization—but the way we generate and manage that electricity is changing faster than at any point in history. Renewable Energy: The Science and Systems That Will Power the Future is a clear, detailed, and politically neutral exploration of how modern renewable energy actually works. Written for teens and general STEM readers ages 13–19, this book explains the real science behind solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, biomass, batteries, transmission grids, electric transportation, industrial electrification, and long-duration storage. It shows ...

The late 19th century was a period of explosive technological creativity, but arguably the most important invention of all was Thomas Edison’s incandescent light bulb. Unveiled in his Menlo Park, New Jersey, laboratory in 1879, the light bulb overwhelmed the American public with the sense of the birth of a new age. More than any other invention, the electric light marked the arrival of modernity.