Category: Electrical Engineering
Quick and Simple Ohm’s Law Calculator
Ohm’s Law helps us understand how voltage, current, and resistance work together in an electrical circuit. But sometimes, it can be hard to do the math. Our Ohm’s Law Calculator makes it simple. Just enter the values you know, and it will quickly calculate the missing one. You can also switch between different units like…
Essential Protective Equipment for Electrical Systems: Keeping People and Property Safe
Electrical systems are crucial for powering everything from home appliances to industrial machines. However, they carry a lot of energy, which can be dangerous. Different protective devices are used in electrical circuits to protect people, equipment, and property. These devices help prevent accidents, reduce damage, and protect against problems like overcurrent, short circuits, and electrical…
Understanding Electric Hazards: Causes,Prevention and Emergency Action
Electric hazards present serious risks in residential, workplace, and industrial settings. These dangers can result in severe injuries or even fatalities, as well as substantial property damage. It is important to recognize the different types of electric hazards and implement effective prevention strategies to ensure safety for everyone involved. Types of Electric Hazards Electric Shock…
Electrical Engineering MCQ’s
1. What is the unit of electrical current? A) Volt B) Ampere C) Ohm D) Watt 2. Which of the following is a passive component? A) Resistor B) Transistor C) Diode D) Operational Amplifier 3. What does Ohm’s Law state? A) V = I/R B) V = IR C) P = IV D) R =…
Survey on Renewable Energy Sources
Renewable Energy Survey Thank you for participating in our survey! Your responses will help us understand public opinion and knowledge about renewable energy. The survey should take about 5-10 minutes to complete. 1. How familiar are you with renewable energy sources? Very familiar Somewhat familiar Not very familiar Not at all familiar 2. Which of…
Calculator to Calculate Total Resistance of a circuit
The below calculator is used to calculate the total resistance of a circuit in the following two cases: Kindly note the following: When all resistance are in series then the total resistance is calculated as; RT=R1+R2+R3—–Rn When all resistance are in parallel then the total resistance is calculated as; 1/RT = 1/R1+1/R2+1/R3———–1/Rn In this Calculator…
Battery Backup Time Calculator
A battery is typically utilized in conjunction with a solar system to offer backup power during nighttime or in instances of load shedding when our energy consumption is solely reliant on solar energy. Provided below is a calculator that can assist you in determining the duration of backup power. Battery Backup Time Calculator Battery Backup…
Calculation for Required Capacity of Solar System (Off Grid) Based on Average Electric Power Consumption/Month
Are you considering switching to solar energy but unsure about the right system size for your home or business? Our Solar System Capacity Calculator can help you estimate the solar power capacity you’ll need based on your daily energy consumption This easy-to-use tool allows you to input details about the appliances you use—everything from fans…
Essential Factors for an Effective Solar System Installation
In this article, essential factors considered for an effective solar system installation will be discussed briefly. I will discuss from site assessment to solar system selection because each step plays an important role in maximizing energy production and ensuring long-term sustainability. Firstly a comprehensive site visit is essential before proceeding with the installation because required…
Solar Energy a Renewable Source of Energy
Electricity is generated from various sources, including fossil fuels, nuclear power, hydropower, wind, and solar. Here, I will discuss Solar Energy, which is a renewable source of energy because it is generated from the sun. As long as the sun shines, solar generates electricity continuously. Solar systems propose an alternative way to produce electricity, which…
Abbreviations Used in Electrical Engineering with Full Form
The most common symbols and abbreviations used in Electrical Engineering are as follows: AC Alternating Current ACB Air Circuit Breaker ACDB Alternating Current Distribution Board CPSS Construction Power Substation CT Current Transformer DC Direct Current DCDB Direct Current Distribution Board DSS Distribution Power Substation ELCB Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker EMLDB Emergency Lighting Distribution Board EMPR …
Electric Load
Electric load is the device or component that consumes electric current/energy and transforms into another form, commonly motion, light, heat, and so on. Generally, the load is the thing that is connected to the output of an electrical circuit. The load can be anything. For example, it can be a resistor, or a capacitor or…