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What components are used for control in power electronics?
What components are used for control in power electronics?
- Relays, resistors, transformers, and potentiometers
- Electronic switches, capacitors, magnetics, and control systems (correct)
- Op-amps, resistors, capacitors, and voltage regulators
- Resistors, inductors, diodes, and transistors
What is the scope of power electronics in terms of power handling?
What is the scope of power electronics in terms of power handling?
- MilliWatts ⇒ gigaWatts (correct)
- PicoWatts ⇒ exaWatts
- MicroWatts ⇒ teraWatts
- KiloWatts ⇒ megaWatts
What is the primary goal of power electronic systems?
What is the primary goal of power electronic systems?
- To distribute electrical energy through transmission lines
- To generate electrical energy from mechanical energy
- To convert electrical energy from one form to another (correct)
- To store electrical energy in batteries
What is the input source for power electronic converters?
What is the input source for power electronic converters?
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Why is power electronics considered a growing field?
Why is power electronics considered a growing field?
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- Course Name: Power Electronics (1)
- Course Code: ELE221
- Instructor: Dr. Mahmoud Hamouda
- Lecture Schedule: Thursdays, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM (in-person)
Office Hours
- Available: Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Required Texts and Resources
- Lecture slides distributed per session
- Recommended textbooks:
- "Power Electronics" by Daniel W. Hart
- "Power Electronics: Converters, Applications, and Design" by N. Mohan
- "Power Electronics" by P. S. Bimbhra
- "Power Electronics Handbook" by M. Rashid
Classroom Conduct
- Prohibited topics:
- Political opinions
- Religious beliefs
- Sports discussions
- Side conversations
- Use of mobile phones
Course Content
- Key topics covered:
- Rectifiers: Devices that convert AC to DC voltage.
- DC Choppers: Voltage regulators for DC power systems and their applications.
- Thyristor Firing and Commutation: Techniques for controlling thyristors.
- Firing Pulse Amplifiers: Circuits that amplify the control signals for power devices.
- Power Switch Protection: Methods to safeguard power switches against faults.
Assessment Structure
- Components contributing to final grade:
- Attendance and participation
- Report submissions
- Quizzes (including random quizzes)
- Mid-Term Exam
- Oral/Practical Examination
- Final Exam
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