Electrical measurements

Magneto-Optic Current Sensors for High Voltage, High Power Transmission Lines

Magneto-Optic Current Sensors for High Voltage, High Power Transmission Lines

One of the key challenges in measuring the electrical current in high voltage, high power transmission lines, is that of…

3 months ago

Digital Multimeter: Principle of Operation and How it is used

A Multimeter or volt-ohm-milliammeter (VOM) is an instrument used to measure current, voltage, and resistance. It can be used for…

6 months ago

Electric Wiring Testing & Inspection Instruments Requirements

In order to carry out the verification process proficiently, the person conducting the inspection and test must be in possession…

7 months ago

Testing Power and Distribution Transformers

The typical practice for testing power and distribution transformers is to carry out a comprehensive set of tests at the…

8 months ago

Megohmmeter: Function & Operation

The megohmmeter or megger is a portable deflection instrument widely used to check the insulation resistance of electrical cables and…

9 months ago

Standards Used in Measurements & Their Classifications

For anyone performing a measurement using a particular instrument, it usually matters to know whether the instrument is calibrated or…

9 months ago

The Principle of Operation of a Digital Frequency Meter

A frequency meter/counter is a digital instrument that can measure and display the frequency of any periodic waveform. Its operation…

1 year ago

Basic Elements of an Electronic Instrument

An electronic instrument is made up of the following key elements: Transducer Signal modifier Indicating device Fig: Elements of an…

1 year ago

Electrical vs. Electronic Instruments

Despite the fact that both electrical and electronic instruments measure electrical quantities like voltage and current, they differ from each…

1 year ago

Basic Features of a DC Potentiometer

A potentiometer is an instrument that is used for measurement of potential difference across a known resistance or between two…

2 years ago