ELECTRICAL CONTACTS PRINCIPLES AND APPLICATION 2ED (PB 2017) Paperback

The Second Edition of "Electrical Contacts: Principles and Applications" offers a comprehensive exploration of the theory, application, and testing of materials used for electrical contacts. It thoroughly discusses the process of making electrical connections and the conduction at the contact interface. The book provides an overview and measurement techniques for key corrosion mechanisms, examines the wear resulting from making and breaking plug-in connections, and investigates the impact of thin noble metal coatings on electronic connections. It also details crucial considerations for creating both high- and low-power electrical joints. Furthermore, the book analyzes contact usage in switching devices, including the interruption of AC and DC circuits with currents ranging from 10mA to 100kA and voltages up to 1000V. It describes the formation of electrical arcs between open and opening contacts and addresses the effects of arcing on contacts, such as erosion, welding, and contamination. Featuring nearly 3,000 references, tables, equations, figures, drawings, and photographs, this book provides practical examples spanning a wide range of applications, from microampere electronic circuits to mega-ampere high-power systems. The new edition reflects the latest advancements in electrical contact science and technology, examines current research on contact corrosion, materials, and switching, and includes updates, revisions, new references, figures, and examples throughout each chapter. It also introduces three new chapters covering the effects of dust contamination, electronic sensing for switching systems, and contact phenomena in micro-electronic systems (MEMS) applications. With contributions from leading experts, "Electrical Contacts: Principles and Applications, Second Edition" serves as a valuable resource for practicing scientists and engineers seeking to prevent costly system failures. It also offers a comprehensive introduction to the subject for technology graduate students, enhancing their understanding of electrical contact phenomena.