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Electric Cables Their Design, Manufacture and Use

Electric Cables Their Design, Manufacture and Use

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Technology & EngineeringElectrical

ISBN10: 1025623932
ISBN13: 9781025623931
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 222
Weight: 1.08
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Electric Cables Their Design, Manufacture and Use is a comprehensive technical treatise on the engineering and industrial production of electrical conductors. Written by William A. Del Mar, a recognized expert in the field during the early twentieth century, this work provides a detailed examination of the principles governing the transmission of electricity through insulated cables. The text delves into the intricate processes involved in cable construction, covering everything from the selection of materials and insulation techniques to the complex mathematical formulas required for efficient design.

This volume serves as an essential historical reference for electrical engineers and historians of technology, offering insights into the development of power distribution networks and the evolution of high-voltage transmission. Del Mar addresses the practical challenges of cable installation and maintenance, as well as the theoretical foundations of dielectric stress and thermal conductivity. Whether exploring the mechanics of lead-sheathed cables or the chemistry of rubber and paper insulation, Electric Cables Their Design, Manufacture and Use remains a significant contribution to the technical literature of the industrial age.

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