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Introduction to Electrical Engineering

History of Electrical Engineering

Evolution of Electrical Engineering

The Needs of Electrical Engineering

Quiz
Electrical Engineering is a field that focuses on the
study and application of electricity, electronics, and
electromagnetism. It is concerned with understanding
and manipulating electrical systems to create devices,
systems, and processes that drive technology and
improve modern life. This branch of engineering plays a
vital role in the development of infrastructure and
innovation across various industries.
POWER SYSTEMS CONTROL SYSTEMS
Focuses on the generation, transmission, and distribution Concerned with designing systems that
of electricity. This includes power plants,transformers, automatically regulate processes, such as robotics,
and smart grids. aircraft controls, and automated manufacturing.

ELECTRONICS TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Deals with the transmission of information over various media
Involves designing circuits and devices such as like fiber optics, satellites, and wireless systems, enabling
computers, smartphones, and sensors that rely technologies such as the internet, cell phones, and radio.
onelectronic components.
Electrical engineering is essential to the daily functioning
of modern societies. It powers transportation systems,
facilitates communication across vast distances, and
enables innovations in medicine and manufacturing. The
advancements made in this field impact nearly every
aspect of human life, from health care and entertainment
to infrastructure and education. With the growing
demand for renewable energy and the rise of smart
technologies, the field is becoming even more essential.
POWER

MEDICAL DEVICES

COMMUNICATIONS
Electrical engineering, as we know it today, did not exist
in ancient times, but early discoveries related to
electricity and magnetism laid the foundation for future
scientific advancements. These early observations
were more philosophical and experimental than
practical, and ancient thinkers began to notice and
record electrical phenomena.
Credited with one of the earliest experiments with
electricity.
Observed that rubbing amber with animal fur
attracted small objects (dust, feathers).
This phenomenon is the first recorded instance of
static electricity.
The Greek word for amber is "elektron," the root of
the term "electricity."
Ancient Greeks and Chinese observed natural magnets
called lodestones that attract iron.
Lodestones are magnetized pieces of magnetite.
Greeks, including Thales, noted the magnetic properties
of lodestones.
The connection between electricity and magnetism
remained unclear for centuries.
The Chinese used lodestones in early compasses,
recognizing their alignment with the Earth's magnetic
field.
The Renaissance Era marked a pivotal moment in the
history of electrical engineering, characterized by a
revival of scientific inquiry and the systematic study of
electricity and magnetism. This period, which spanned
roughly from the 14th to the 17th centuries, laid the
groundwork for the modern understanding of these
fields.
Often referred to as the "Father of Electricity and
Magnetism."
Conducted extensive research on magnetism and
static electricity.
Authored De Magnete, a seminal work that
distinguished between magnetic and electric forces
and introduced the term "electricus" to describe
materials that attracted lightweight objects.
Invented the first known static electricity generator,
the electrophorus, which produced electric charges
through friction.
Conducted experiments that demonstrated the
properties of static electricity, including attraction
and repulsion.
The modern era of electrical engineering, particularly
during the 18th and 19th centuries, witnessed
transformative developments that shaped the field and
laid the foundation for contemporary technology. This
period was marked by key discoveries and innovations
that defined the understanding and application of
electricity and magnetism.
Benjamin Franklin: Electrical nature of lightning.

Alessandro Volta: Invention of the battery.

Michael Faraday: Electromagnetic induction.

James Clerk Maxwell: Theory of electromagnetic


radiation.
Thomas Edison: Electrical lighting
and distribution.

Nikola Tesla: Alternating current


(AC).
19th Century: Telegraph, electric motors,
electrical circuits.

20th Century: Electronics, semiconductors,


computers.

21st Century: Renewable energy, automation,


smart technologies.
Electrical engineering is fundamental to
modern society. It not only underpins
essential services and technologies but also
drives innovation and economic growth,
improving quality of life and addressing global
challenges. As technology continues to evolve,
the need for skilled electrical engineers will
remain vital in shaping the future.

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