First published in 1920, this comprehensive manual on armature winding and motor repair offers a detailed collection of practical electrical methods to fix motor and generator problems. To be used by maintenance specialists and electrical engineers, Daniel H. Braymer’s compilation of material was obtained through practical engagement in repair shop work, power station work and the maintenance of motors in industrial plants. Full of firsthand experience, the volume will provide answers to those needing assistance in armature winding and many other electrical problems that can occur within the workshop. Chapters in this volume include: Direct Current Windings Alternating Current Windings Repair Shop Methods for Rewinding D-C Armatures Testing Direct-Current Armature Windings Insulating Coils and Slots for D-C and A-C Windings Practical Ways for Reconnecting Induction Motors Inspection and Repair of Motor Starters, Motors and Generators Machine Equipment and Tools Needed in a Repair Shop Republished by Read & Co. Books, Armature Winding and Motor Repair continues to be considered a valuable asset within the subject. It provides a handy guide for any practical repairman looking to enlarge their knowledge of solving electrical problems while also appealing to amateurs just starting in the field.

With numerous chapter problems and worked-out examples, this book presents a general introduction to electric machines, including their rating and certain economic considerations. Using a tradition presentation, the author includes a discussion of magnetic circuits and transformers, conventional dc, induction and synchronous machines. He closes with coverage of dynamics of electromechanical systems and incremental-motion electromechanical systems.