Published by Tomasz KUCZEK, Marek FLORKOWSKI, ABB Corporate Research Center in Krakow, Poland Abstract. Gas Insulated Substations (GIS) are broadly used for transmission and distribution of electric power. Due to the interactions with a network and various environmental phenomena like lightning the GIS are subjected to the Very Fast Transients (VFT). Such VFT can beContinue reading “Modeling of Overvoltages in Gas Insulated Substations”
Yearly Archives: 2023
The Basics of Substation Grounding: Parts of the Grounding System
Published by Lorenzo Mari, EE Power – Technical Articles: The Basics of Substation Grounding: Parts of the Grounding System, October 02, 2020. Learn about the main parts of a substation grounding system One of the vital aspects of the protection of people and equipment in electrical substations is the provision of an adequate grounding system. TheContinue reading “The Basics of Substation Grounding: Parts of the Grounding System”
Microgrid Operations and Applications
Published by Anushree Ramanath, EE Power – Technical Articles: Microgrid Operations and Applications, August 01, 2021. In this article, we’ll learn about microgrids, their operations, and applications in electrical utilities and various organizations. Today’s world relies on an uninterrupted electricity supply. A microgrid is a local energy grid with the capability of controlling its components [1].Continue reading “Microgrid Operations and Applications”
Reducing Energy Consumption in Production Processes and Parameters Describing the Quality of Electrical Energy
Published by Andrzej LANGE1, Marian PASKO2, University of Warmia and Mazury, Department of Electrical, Power, Electronic and Control Engineering (1), Silesian University of Technology, Institute of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (2) Abstract. This article presents the consequences of exchanging older metal cutting machines for new ones in terms of electrical energy consumption and qualityContinue reading “Reducing Energy Consumption in Production Processes and Parameters Describing the Quality of Electrical Energy”
Model of Smart Electricity Meter
Published by Marek PAWŁOWSKI, Piotr BORKOWSKI, Bartosz BALSAM, Lodz University of Technology, Department of Electrical Apparatus Abstract. This paper presents the concepts of smart electricity grids with particular emphasis on aspects of the metering of customers through the implementation of smart meters. On the basis of the literature study, an analysis of the scope ofContinue reading “Model of Smart Electricity Meter”
Ground Fault Protection Methods of a Generator Stator
Published by Ahmad Rizal SULTAN, Mohd Wazir bin MUSTAFA, Technology University of Malaysia, Faculty of Electrical Engineering Abstract. The type of generator grounding method and the system configuration determine the choice of ground fault protection. Ground fault generator stator can cause serious damage to the generator. Therefore, the total area of the generator stator windingsContinue reading “Ground Fault Protection Methods of a Generator Stator”
Understanding Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Generation
Published by Alex Roderick, EE Power – Technical Articles: Understanding Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Generation, August 05, 2021. Learn about grid-connected and off-grid PV system configurations and the basic components involved in each kind. Solar photovoltaic (PV) power generation is the process of converting energy from the sun into electricity using solar panels. Solar panels, alsoContinue reading “Understanding Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Generation”
Usability Evaluation of PEM Fuel Cell and Supercapacitors Application in the Emergency Power Backup System
Published by Marek MALINOWSKI, Jacek CHMIELOWIEC, Grzegorz PAŚCIAK, Tymoteusz ŚWIEBODA, Electrotechnical Institute, Division of Electrotechnology and Materials Science Abstract. Evaluation of FC/SC-based UPS has been done in terms of energy containers usability in the power emergency generation system. The Uninterruptible Power Supply delivers electric support for connected loads basing on hydrogen energy direct conversion intoContinue reading “Usability Evaluation of PEM Fuel Cell and Supercapacitors Application in the Emergency Power Backup System”
Grounding for Noise Reduction in Electronic Systems
Published by Lorenzo Mari, Master of Science degree in Electric Power Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), EE Power – Technical Articles: Grounding for Noise Reduction in Electronic Systems, April 06, 2021. Learn about everyday grounding systems to reduce common-mode noise. Grounding is the primary method of reducing noise pickup. A good grounding and bonding design can solve a considerableContinue reading “Grounding for Noise Reduction in Electronic Systems”
Failure Duration in Distribution Networks
Published by Martin SLIVKA, Radomír GOŇO, Stanislav RUSEK, VŠB-Technical University of Ostrava Abstract. The paper deals with statistical analysis of data on faults and failures in electrical power distribution. We used the statistical analysis of both MV overhead and cable lines, and electrical power stations of one distribution company. The data were collected from 2000Continue reading “Failure Duration in Distribution Networks”
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