
Aircraft Electricity and Electronics
by Thomas K. Eismin
7th Edition
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9781260108217 |
| eText ISBN | 9781260108224 |
| Publisher | McGraw-Hill |
| Publishing Year | 2018 |
| Edition | 7th Edition |
| Language | English |
Aircraft Electricity and Electronics, 7th Edition, is a textbook that explains the theory, design, and maintenance of electrical and electronics systems across all types of aircraft.
Coverage addresses alternating- and direct-current systems, storage batteries, wiring practices, and power distribution. The volume also examines digital control systems, data transfer methods, fiber optics, communication and navigation equipment, and modern flight deck instrumentation.
To aid learning and review, the volume combines system explanations and troubleshooting techniques with a full student study guide workbook featuring multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and analysis questions.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Electricity
- • The Electron Theory
- • Static Electricity
- • Units of Electricity
- • Theory of Magnetism
- • Magnetic Devices
- • Methods of Producing Voltage
- • Electromagnetic Induction
Chapter 2: Applications of Ohm’s Law
- • Ohm’s Law
- • Types of Circuits
- • Solving Series Circuits
- • Solving Parallel Circuits
- • Series-Parallel Circuits
- • Kirchhoff’s Laws
- • Solution of a Resistance Bridge Circuit
- • Practical Applications of Ohm’s Law
Chapter 3: Aircraft Storage Batteries
- • Dry Cells and Batteries
- • Lead-Acid Storage Batteries
- • Lead-Acid Battery Maintenance Procedures
- • Battery Ratings
- • Nickel-Cadmium Storage Batteries
- • Nickel-Cadmium Battery Maintenance Procedures
- • Installation of Aircraft Batteries
Chapter 4: Electric Wire and Wiring Practices
- • Characteristics of Electric Wire
- • Requirements for Open Wiring
- • Electrical Conduit
- • Connecting Devices
- • Bonding and Shielding
- • Wire Identification
Chapter 5: Alternating Current
- • Definition and Characteristics
- • Impedance
- • Polyphase AC Circuits
- • Alternating Current and the Airplane
Chapter 6: Electrical Control Devices
- • Switches
- • Circuit-Protection Devices
- • Resistors
- • Capacitors
- • Inductors
- • Transformers
- • Diodes and Rectifiers
- • Transistors
- • Other Solid-State Devices
- • Printed Circuit Boards
- • Cathode-Ray Tube
- • Flat Panel Displays
Chapter 7: Digital Electronics
- • The Digital Signal
- • Digital Numerology
- • Binary Code Systems
- • Logic Gates
- • Integrated Circuits
- • Common Logic Circuit Functions
- • Microprocessors
- • Computer Operations
- • Data Bus Standards
- • ARINC 664 Data Bus
- • Troubleshooting Digital Circuits
Chapter 8: Electric Measuring Instruments
- • Meter Movements
- • The Ammeter
- • The Voltmeter
- • The Ohmmeter
- • AC Measuring Instruments
- • The Multimeter
- • Digital Meters
- • The Oscilloscope
Chapter 9: Electric Motors
- • Motor Theory
- • Motor Design
- • AC Motors
- • Inspection and Maintenance of Motors
Chapter 10: Generators and Related Control Circuits
- • Generator Theory
- • DC Generator Construction
- • Starter-Generators
- • Generator Control
- • Generator Inspection, Service, and Repair
Chapter 11: Alternators, Inverters, and Related Controls
- • AC Generation
- • Alternator Control
- • AC Generators–AC Alternators
- • Inverters
- • Variable-Speed Constant-Frequency Power Systems
Chapter 12: Power Distribution Systems
- • Requirements for Power Distribution Systems
- • Main Power Distribution Systems
- • Power Distribution on Composite Aircraft
- • Very Light Jet Electrical Power Systems
- • Large-Aircraft Electrical Systems
Chapter 13: Design and Maintenance of Aircraft Electrical Systems
- • Requirements for Electrical Systems
- • Aircraft Lights
- • Large-Aircraft Electrical Systems
- • Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Electrical Systems
Chapter 14: Radio Theory
- • Radio Waves
- • Amplifiers
- • Functions of a Transmitter
- • Receivers
Chapter 15: Communication and Navigation Systems
- • Communications
- • Navigation Systems
- • Installation of Avionics Equipment
- • Antennas
Chapter 16: Weather Warning and Other Safety Systems
- • Radar
- • Digital Airborne Weather Radar Systems
- • Radar Maintenance
- • Lightning Detection
- • Aviation Satellite Weather
- • Ground Proximity Warning Systems
- • Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS)
Chapter 17: Instruments and Autoflight Systems
- • RPM-Measuring Instruments
- • Temperature Indicators
- • Synchro Systems
- • Fuel-Quantity Indicators
- • Electromechanical Flight Instruments
- • Electronic Flight Systems
- • Automatic Flight Control Systems
- • Typical Automatic Pilot and Flight Control System
- • The Boeing B-757 Flight Management System
Chapter Appendix: Glossary
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