Electrical machines

Generators

* Convert mechanical energy into electrical energy
* Types:
* Synchronous: constant frequency when load changes
* Asynchronous: variable frequency when load changes

Electric motors

* Convert electrical energy into mechanical energy
* Types:
*DC current
*AC
* Synchronous
* Asynchronous
* Stepper

Transformers

* Change AC voltage and current
* Types:
*Single-phase
* Three-phase

Converters

* Convert one type of electrical current to another
* Types:
* AC to DC (rectifiers)
* DC to AC (inverters)

Switching devices

* Control the flow of current in electrical circuits
* Types:
* Relay
* Contactors
* Fuses

Measuring instruments

* Evaluate the parameters of electrical circuits
* Types:
* Voltmeters (voltage)
* Ammeters (current)
* Ohmmeters (resistance)

Other devices

* Batteries
* Electrical cables
* Insulation materials

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