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In this chapter the meaning of ‘real’ and ‘reactive’ power are explored for sinusoidal systems. Initially, single phase (so-called two wire) circuits are discussed as to gain an understanding of the energy flow within a circuit configuration that is representative for electrical machines. We will then extend this analysis to three-phase (three wire) circuits. In the final part of this chapter a set of tutorials is introduced to reinforce the concepts discussed.
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Veltman, A., Pulle, D.W., De Doncker, R.W. (2007). CONCEPT OF REAL AND REACTIVE POWER. In: Fundamentals of Electrical Drives. Power Systems. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4020-5504-1_5
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