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AC Voltage Calculation - Vrms Vmax Frequency
Learn how AC voltage varies with AC since wave and how to calculate the Vrms root mean squared, vmax, peak voltage, the frequency and voltage of different countries.
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Electric Motor Build - Make a simple electric motor
Learn to build a simple electric motor as well as how the motor works. We cover the rotor, shaft, commutator, stator and magnets to learn how an electric motor works.
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Battery Life Calculator - How long will it power a circuit? mah
How long will a battery power a circuit? Learn how to estimate battery life in this video.
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3 Way Switches Explained - How to wire 3 way light switch
How to wire 3 way light switch, in this video we explain how three way switching works to connect a light fitting which is controlled with two light switches. We look at the US color coding wires and explain the different ways to connect...
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Three Phase Electricity Basics and Calculations electrical engineering
In this video we learn how three phase electricity works from the basics. We explain how three phase electricity is generated, how the voltages vary, how to calculate the voltages and vrms, what frequency, hertz and cycle mean and how we...
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The Science of Electrical Heating: Understanding How It Works
Why is electric heating used? In this video, we'll explain the benefits of electric heating and where it is used. Basic calculations, thermal imaging, electric v gas boilers, energy efficiency and much much more.
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Temperature Sensors Explained
Temperature sensors explained. How do temperature sensors work? In this video we learn the basics of how different temperature sensors work. We look at thermometers, thermocouples, thermistors and resistance temperature detectors RTD.
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Single Phase Electricity Explained - wiring diagram energy meter
Single phase electricity explained. In this video we learn electrical engineering basics by learning single phase meter wiring diagram. How electricity reaches our homes from the power station, transformer, transmission lines,...
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How Batteries Work - Battery electricity working principle
How does a battery work, learn from the basics where we use and battery and how batteries work. With thanks to Squarespace for sponsoring this video.
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Full Wave Bridge Rectifier + Capacitor filters + half wave rectifier
Full wave bridge rectifier. In this video we look at the full wave bridge rectifier, the half wave rectifier the full wave rectifier, center tapped transformers, diodes, load, oscilloscope, waveform, DC, AC, voltage current, capacitors,...
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What is a fuse? the basics explained
What is a fuse? in this video we learn the basics of fuses, how they work and why they are used.
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Testing Batteries With a Multimeter - AA Battery Test
How to test a battery. Learn how to test a battery. How to use a multimeter to test a battery. What happens to the battery voltage under load. How to tell if the battery needs replacing.
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Main electrical panel explained - Load center - service panel
How do main electrical panels work. Learn the main parts of electrical panel, load center, service panel in this video.
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How to test a car battery
How to test a car battery. Learn how to test a car battery. How to use a multimeter to test a car battery 12V. Starter motor and alternator. What happens to the battery voltage during car starting, running and charging. How to tell if...
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How Inverters Work - Working principle rectifier
How inverters work. In this video we take a look at how an inverter works to convert direct current (DC) into Alternating current (AC). Inverters are used increasingly throughout industry as well as building services HVAC systems to...
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Electrical Motor Connections
Electrical Motor Connections. How electric motors work, electrical motor connections explained, star delta wye electrical connections on three phase motors. 3ph motor. Learn how they work and why they are used from the basics....
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120V 240V Electricity explained - Split phase 3 wire electrician
How 120V / 240V electricity is distributed from the power station and to your property. We look at how it is connected to power domestic appliances as well as the main components such as the electricity meter, main service panel, main...
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Key Individuals of the Industrial Revolution
Key Individuals of the Industrial Revolution discusses the roles of key individuals in the fields of science and technology during the Industrial Revolution.
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How Climate Change Will Make You Poor!
Even if you don't live in a flood zone or tornado alley, climate change will still hit your pocketbook!
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Exploring Renewable Energy
What is a renewable resource? What is a nonrenewable resource? What is the difference between the two types of resources? Any ideas? Press play on the video and let's get to learning about renewable and nonrenewable resources!
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What Happens if An Airplane Gets Struck by Lightning?
Lightning strikes on airplanes are not as rare as one might think. In fact, almost every commercial jet is struck by lightning at least once a year! There is a good chance that you’ve been in one when it was struck by lightning; you...
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High Five Facts - Saving Energy
This video explores five fun facts about saving energy.
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Ohm's Law
Ohm's Law explores the mathematical relationship between voltage, current, and resistance by analyzing Georg Ohm’s life and Ohm’s Law.