Power Electronics (English Version)

• Publisher: S.K. Kataria & Sons
• Author: B.R. Gupta
• Language: English
• Edition: Reprint 2012
• Pages: 350
• Cover: Paperback
• ISBN: 9789350141076

About the Book

Power Electronics by B.R. Gupta is a comprehensive textbook designed for students of electrical, electronics, and power engineering. The book provides a detailed understanding of power semiconductor devices and their applications in modern power conversion and control systems.

The text begins with the study of power semiconductor devices, including their symbols, operating principles, and static characteristics. It further explains important topics such as DC-DC converters, phase-controlled converters, AC voltage controllers, cycloconverters, and inverters with clear theoretical discussions and practical circuit analysis.

The book also includes experimental work, appendices, and reference material to help students strengthen both conceptual understanding and practical knowledge. Written in a systematic and student-friendly style, it is highly useful for undergraduate engineering courses, diploma programs, laboratory studies, and competitive examinations.