Say “failure analysis,” and most engineers will think of damaged semiconductors or circuit boards. But even basic devices such as transformers, inductors, relays, solenoids, and motors can experience ...

Copper metal is usually at the core of any electrical wire, and this carries the current for the entire device. Wire insulation is another crucial but understated component. Common wire is insulated ...

According to the IEEE Buff Book, "A power cable must be protected from overheating due to excessive short-circuit current flowing in its conductor," which may damage or destroy the insulation. It also ...