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For many years, Protective Relaying: Principles and Applications has been the go-to text for gaining proficiency in the technological fundamentals of power system protection. Continuing in the bestselling tradition of the previous editions by the late J. Lewis Blackburn, the Fourth Edition retains the core concepts at the heart of power system analysis. Featuring refinements and additions to accommodate recent technological progress, the text: Explores developments in the creation of smarter, more flexible protective systems based on advances in the computational power of digital devices and the capabilities of communication systems that can be applied within the power grid Examines the regulations related to power system protection and how they impact the way protective relaying systems are designed, applied, set, and monitored Considers the evaluation of protective systems during system disturbances and describes the tools available for analysis Addresses the benefits and problems associated with applying microprocessor-based devices in protection schemes Contains an expanded discussion of intertie protection requirements at dispersed generation facilities Providing information on a mixture of old and new equipment, Protective Relaying: Principles and Applications, Fourth Edition reflects the present state of power systems currently in operation, making it a handy reference for practicing protection engineers. And yet its challenging end-of-chapter problems, coverage of the basic mathematical requirements for fault analysis, and real-world examples ensure engineering students receive a practical, effective education on protective systems. Plus, with the inclusion of a solutions manual and figure slides with qualifying course adoption, the Fourth Edition is ready-made for classroom implementation. Cover Title Page Copyright Page Contents Preface About the Author Walkthrough Acknowledgments Safety Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 A Brief History 1-2 Digital or Analog 1-3 Analog Functions 1-4 Circuits with Both DC and AC 1-5 Trends in Electronics Chapter 2 Semiconductors 2-1 Conductors and Insulators 2-2 Semiconductors 2-3 N-Type Semiconductors 2-4 P-Type Semiconductors 2-5 Majority and Minority Carriers 2-6 Other Materials 2-7 Band Gaps Chapter 3 Diodes 3-1 The PN Junction 3-2 Characteristic Curves of Diodes 3-3 Diode Lead Identification 3-4 Diode Types and Applications 3-5 Photovoltaic Energy Sources Chapter 4 Power Supplies 4-1 The Power-Supply System 4-2 Rectification 4-3 Full-Wave Rectification 4-4 Conversion of RMS Values to Average Values 4-5 Filters 4-6 Voltage Multipliers 4-7 Ripple and Regulation 4-8 Zener Regulators 4-9 Troubleshooting 4-10 Replacement Parts Chapter 5 Transistors 5-1 Amplification 5-2 Transistors 5-3 Characteristic Curves 5-4 Transistor Data 5-5 Transistor Testing 5-6 Other Transistor Types 5-7 Power Transistors 5-8 Transistors as Switches Chapter 6 Introduction to Small-Signal Amplifiers 6-1 Measuring Gain 6-2 Common-Emitter Amplifier 6-3 Stabilizing the Amplifier 6-4 Other Configurations 6-5 Simulation and Models Chapter 7 More about Small-Signal Amplifiers 7-1 Amplifier Coupling 7-2 Voltage Gain in Coupled Stages 7-3 Field-Effect Transistor Amplifiers 7-4 Negative Feedback 7-5 Frequency Response 7-6 Positive Feedback Chapter 8 Large-Signal Amplifiers 8-1 Amplifier Class 8-2 Class A Power Amplifiers 8-3 Class B Power Amplifiers 8-4 Class AB Power Amplifiers 8-5 Class C Power Amplifiers 8-6 Switch-Mode Amplifiers Chapter 9 Operational Amplifiers 9-1 The Differential Amplifier 9-2 Differential Amplifier Analysis 9-3 Operational Amplifiers 9-4 Setting Op-Amp Gain 9-5 Frequency Effects in Op Amps 9-6 Op-Amp Applications 9-7 Comparators Chapter 10 Troubleshooting 10-1 Preliminary Checks 10-2 No Output 10-3 Reduced Output 10-4 Distortion and Noise 10-5 Intermittents 10-6 Operational Amplifiers 10-7 Automated Testing 10-8 Thermal Issues 10-9 Software Updates Chapter 11 Oscillators 11-1 Oscillator Characteristics 11-2 RC Circuits 11-3 LC Circuits 11-4 Crystal Circuits 11-5 Relaxation Oscillators 11-6 Undesired Oscillations 11-7 Oscillator Troubleshooting 11-8 Direct Digital Synthesis 11-9 DDS Troubleshooting Chapter 12 Communications 12-1 Modulation and Demodulation 12-2 Simple Receivers 12-3 Superheterodyne Receivers 12-4 Other Modulation Types 12-5 Wireless Data 12-6 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Integrated Circuits 13-1 Introduction 13-2 Fabrication 13-3 The 555 Timer 13-4 Analog ICs 13-5 Mixed-Signal ICs 13-6 IC Communication Protocols 13-7 Troubleshooting Chapter 14 Electronic Control Devices and Circuits 14-1 Introduction 14-2 The Silicon-Controlled Rectifier 14-3 Full-Wave Devices 14-4 Feedback in Control Circuitry 14-5 Managing Energy 14-6 Troubleshooting Electronic Control Circuits Chapter 15 Regulated Power Supplies 15-1 Open-Loop Voltage Regulation 15-2 Closed-Loop Voltage Regulation 15-3 Current and Voltage Limiting 15-4 Switch-Mode Regulators 15-5 Power Factor Correction 15-6 Troubleshooting Regulated Power Supplies Chapter 16 Digital Signal Processing 16-1 Overview of DSP Systems 16-2 Moving-Average Filters 16-3 Fourier Theory 16-4 Digital Filter Design 16-5 Other DSP Applications 16-6 Limitations of DSP 16-7 DSP Troubleshooting Appendix A Solder and the Soldering Process Appendix B Thermionic Devices Appendix C Renewable Energy Sources and Technologies Glossary of Terms and Symbols Index "In this edition of Electronics: Principles and Applications, 10e, introduces analog devices, circuits, and systems. It also presents various digital techniques that are now commonly used in what was once considered the sole domain of analog electronics. It is intended for students who have a basic understanding of Ohm's law; Kirchhoff's laws; power; schematic diagrams; and basic components such as resistors, capacitors, and inductors. The digital material is self-contained and will not pose a problem for those students who have not completed a course in digital electronics. The only mathematics prerequisite is a command of basic algebra"-- Provided by publisher Electronics: Principles and Applications, 10e, requires no prior knowledge of electrical theory and principles. This text has been written at a level that allows students with limited math and reading skills to gain a clear understanding, and provides the entry-level knowledge and skills for a wide range of occupations within electricity and electronics. The text also offers a wildly popular Experiments Manual.The new edition of Electronics: Principles and Applications, is also in McGraw Hill Connect, featuring SmartBook 2.0, Adaptive Learning Assignments, and more!