The Watthour Meter

By Allen G. Jones and William Martin Shepard

Book Overview

The Watthour Meter by William M. Shepard is a comprehensive guide to understanding the workings of the electric utility meter. The book covers the history of the meter, its development, and the various types of meters that have been created over time. The author also discusses the physics behind the meter, including the principles of electromagnetism and the measurement of electrical energy. The book provides detailed explanations of the various components of the meter, including the rotor, stator, and register, and offers practical advice on how to read and interpret the meter's readings. The book concludes with a discussion of the future of the watthour meter, including the potential impact of new technologies such as smart meters. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the science behind the electric utility meter and its role in measuring energy consumption.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163263753
• ISBN13: 9781163263754
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"