Philip Langdon Alger (1894–1979)

I am not sure if anyone else would be wanting to read this book, but it is one of the classic induction motor design books out there. Phil Alger was one of the top practicioners of the electric machine design black art. This book lays out the basics of lumped parameter model and explains exactly what goes into the calculations. he then methodically explains the calculation methods and possible ramifications of all the variables. All this was done prior to the advent of the digital computer, which makes it all the more impressive. A true classic. I am glad to see it still in print.… (mehr)