Electrical engineering Flashcards
1
Q
What is electrical engineering?
A
The discipline of engineering for electrical components and devices and systems
2
Q
3 examples of electrical engineering
A
Power station
Household appliances
Integrated circuits
3
Q
How has electrical engineering improved the modern world?
A
Transport- electrical cars
Communications- phones, fibre optics
Food- microwaves and induction hobs
4
Q
Are power stations AC or DC?
A
AC because alternating current is easier and very efficient
5
Q
DC household appliances
A
DC:
Mobile phones
Laptops
Microwaves
6
Q
AC household appliances
A
Fridges
Televisions
Radio signal fans
