Power Electronics: Devices, Circuits, and Applications [Paperback] 4e by Rashid

Product details Brand New Paperback: 1032 pages Publisher: Pearson; 4 edition (14 Oct. 2013) Language: English ISBN-10: 0273769081 ISBN-13: 9780273769088 Product Dimensions: 17.8 x 4.9 x 23.2 cm Alternative US Edition For Reference Only ISBN-13: 9780133125900 ISBN-10: 0133125904   Description This text covers the basics of emerging areas in power electronics and a broad range of topics such as power switching devices, conversion methods, analysis and techniques, and applications. Its unique approach covers the characteristics of semiconductor devices first, then discusses the applications of these devices for power conversions. Four main applications are included: flexible ac transmissions (FACTs), static switches, power supplies, dc drives, and ac drives.