Electric Power Principles: Sources, Conversion, Distribution and Use James L. Kirtley is an English-language textbook about electrical energy. This book provides an in-depth introduction to the principles of electric power, aimed at students in higher education.
It covers the fundamental theories behind electric power systems, including sources, conversion, distribution, and use. The author discusses per-unit normalizations, symmetrical components, and iterative load flow calculations. In addition, important topics are addressed such as protection, DC transmission, and renewable energy from wind and solar. The text covers electromechanical energy conversion, magnetic circuits, and synchronous machines, as well as power electronics and various types of electric motors.
This textbook aligns with fields such as Electrical Engineering, Energy, and SCIENCE / Energy, and is valuable for a practical and theoretical approach to electric power principles in modern energy systems.