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Voltage Notching and Distribution Systems II – Large DC Drive Examples

Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Voltage Notching and Distribution Systems II – Large DC Drive Examples, Document ID: PQS0506, Date: June 30, 2005. Abstract: This case study describes voltage notching associated with large DC drives. The notching is a normal characteristic of a phase-controlled rectifier but this paper illustrates problems that can occurContinue reading “Voltage Notching and Distribution Systems II – Large DC Drive Examples”

The Scope of Power Quality

Published by CEA Technologies Inc. (CEATI), POWER QUALITY Energy Efficiency Reference Guide, Chapter 1 – The Scope of Power Quality. 1.1 Definition of Power Quality The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) defines power quality as: “The concept of powering and grounding electronic equipment in a manner that is suitable to the operation ofContinue reading “The Scope of Power Quality”

Voltage Notching and Distribution Systems – Large Induction Motor Drive

Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Voltage Notching and Distribution Systems – Large Induction Motor Drive, Document ID: PQS0320, Date: July 18, 2003. Abstract: This case describes voltage notching associated with large adjustable speed drives. The notching is a normal characteristic of a phase-controlled rectifier but this paper illustrates problems that can occur onContinue reading “Voltage Notching and Distribution Systems – Large Induction Motor Drive”

Power Quality Standards

Published by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) IEEE Standard 141-1993, Recommended Practice for Electric Power Distribution for Industrial Plants, aka the Red Book. A thorough analysis of basic electrical-system considerations is presented. Guidance is provided in design, construction, and continuity of an overall system to achieve safety of life and preservation of property; reliability; simplicityContinue reading “Power Quality Standards”

Power Quality Issues in Solar Converters: A Review

Published by J. R. Maglin & R. Ramesh, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Anna University, Chennai-25, India, E-mail: rramesh@annauniv.edu, Tel: +91-9444217600Published in European Journal of Scientific ResearchISSN 1450-216X Vol.61 No.2 (2011), pp. 321-327http://www.eurojournals.com/ejsr.htm Abstract The main objective of this paper is to identify the problems associated with solar converters in the solar power systemContinue reading “Power Quality Issues in Solar Converters: A Review”

High Neutral-to-Ground Voltages

Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: PQ Investigation at a Battery Facility, Document ID: PQS0401, Date: March 30, 2004. Abstract: An office complex was experiencing continual operational problems with some of their electronic equipment not protected by power conditioning equipment. The equipment would periodically exhibit strange behavior. An infrared heat detector was used toContinue reading “High Neutral-to-Ground Voltages”

PQ Investigation at a Battery Facility

Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: PQ Investigation at a Battery Facility, Document ID: PQS0402, Date: March 30, 2004. Abstract: This case study presents the results of a power quality investigation at a battery manufacturing facility. The facility had been experiencing a high rate of motor failures and was experiencing problems with its computerContinue reading “PQ Investigation at a Battery Facility”

ITI (CBEMA) Curve Application Note

Published by Information Technology Industry Council (ITI), 1250 Eye Street NW Suite 200, Washington DC 20005, 202-737-8888, http://www.itic.org The ITI (CBEMA) Curve, included within this Application Note, is published by Technical Committee 3 (TC3) of the Information Technology Industry Council (ITI, formerly known as the Computer & Business Equipment Manufacturers Association). It is available atContinue reading “ITI (CBEMA) Curve Application Note”

Flickering Lights

Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Flickering Lights Wiring and Grounding Case Study, Document ID: PQS0403, March 30, 2004. Abstract: This case study concerns a residential electrical system. The homeowners were experiencing light flicker when loads were energized and de-energized in their home. INTRODUCTION Residential electric systems are served from single-phase transformers employing aContinue reading “Flickering Lights”