Industrial Motor Control covers different types of direct current motors, three phase and single phase alternating current motors, and stepping motors. Different methods for starting, accelerating, stopping, and reversing these motors are dis- cussed. A separate section of the text details step-by-step instructions on how to compute the size conductor, overload relay, and short-circuit protective device needed when connecting motors in the field. All calculations are based on the Na- tional Electrical Code. The last section of Industrial Motor Control deals with basic computer logic and gate circuits. This section also introduces the programmable controller and describes its capabilities. Ladder diagrams are converted into programs for the programmable controller. Two different circuits are used. One circuit assumes the use of a pro- gramming terminal and the second illustrates how a program is loaded using Bool- ean. This section also covers analog sensing for programmable controllers and gives common rules for installing programmable controllers. To complement the text, the Instructor’s Guide lists the learning objectives of the text for the instructor’s convenience, as well as a bank of test questions. The guide also provides answers to the unit review questions. FEATURES OF THE THIRD EDITION + Extensive coverage of solid-state control devices in addition to electromagnetic devices. + Basic electronics is not a prerequisite for studying this text. Sufficient solid-state theory is presented to enable the student to understand and apply the concepts discussed. + The most commonly used solid-state devices are thoroughly described in terms of both operation and typical application. + Information on analog devices, which sense pressure, flow, and temperature, is provided to help bridge the gap between the industrial electrician and the instru- mentation technician. + De and ac motor theory is included so students will understand the effects of control circuits on motor characteristics. + The text covers the operating characteristics of stepping motors when connected to either de or ac voltage. + Detailed instructions are given for connecting motors in the field, including the size of conductors, overload relays, and fuses or circuit breakers. All calculations are taken from the National Electrical Code. + The principles of digital logic are discribed in sufficient detail for students to understand programmable controllers and prepare basic programs. + A step-by-step testing procedure for electronic components is provided in the Appendix. ABOUT THE AUTHORS Stephen L. Herman has been both a teacher of industrial electricity and an industrial electrician for many years. His formal training was obtained at Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches, Texas and Catawba Valley Technical College xl PREFACE