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”
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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”
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”
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”
PV to PEV Power Transfer for Standalone Solar Power System
Published by Burak AKIN, Yıldız Technical University Abstract. In this paper, efficient PV to PEV’s li–ion battery power transfer is investigated. Dual-interleaved boost topology is applied to the PV to PEV direct power transfer system as DC-DC converter. Proposed dual interleaved boost topology is reached 97 % total efficiency with inversely coupled input boost inductances.Continue reading “PV to PEV Power Transfer for Standalone Solar Power System”
Electric Vehicle Fire Extinguishing System
Published by Andrzej ŁEBKOWSKI, Gdynia Maritime University, Department of Ship Automation Abstract. The paper presents the construction and properties of an electric vehicle fire extinguishing system. Parameters of several electric vehicles are presented, focusing on used traction battery types and system voltages. Various dangers that are possibly present during operation of an electric vehicle areContinue reading “Electric Vehicle Fire Extinguishing System”
Electric Vehicles in Mining for the Aspect of Operational Safety
Published by Wiktoria GRYCAN, Wroclaw University of Science and TechnologyORCID: 0000-0001-8121-7612 Abstract. Battery electric vehicles are becoming an opportunity for sustainable development in mining. There are several advantages of electric vehicles in mining, primarily related to improving the safety of miners’ working conditions. It is significant for mining workers that electric vehicles are not aContinue reading “Electric Vehicles in Mining for the Aspect of Operational Safety”
Concrete Facility Harmonic Evaluation ASD Drive Trips and Transformer Fires
Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Concrete Facility Harmonic Evaluation ASD Drive Trips and Transformer Fires, Document ID: PQS0503, Date: March 31, 2005. Abstract: A Kiln ID fan drive (12 pulse rectifier) powers a 3000 HP medium voltage (4kV) motor. The associated harmonic filter periodically becomes overloaded and trips the corresponding 4kV breaker. TheContinue reading “Concrete Facility Harmonic Evaluation ASD Drive Trips and Transformer Fires”
Active Consumers in Smart Grid Systems – Applications of the Building Automation Technologies
Published by Marian NOGA1, Andrzej OŻADOWICZ1, Jakub GRELA1, Grzegorz HAYDUK1, AGH Akademia Górniczo-Hutnicza, Wydział Elektrotechniki, Automatyki, Informatyki i Inżynierii Biomedycznej (1) Abstract. The Building Automation Systems (BAS) fulfil an increasingly important role in buildings, especially commercial and public buildings. They are an essential element of the building management systems (BMS) organization, integrating all building infrastructureContinue reading “Active Consumers in Smart Grid Systems – Applications of the Building Automation Technologies”
Measurement of Power Characteristics in Public Lighting Networks
Published by Peter JANIGA, Dionýz GAŠPAROVSKÝ, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava Abstract. The aim of this paper is to share the results of measurements in public lighting networks of current status in terms of electrical characteristics. Based on the measurements it is possible to create an image of the actual power proportions in publicContinue reading “Measurement of Power Characteristics in Public Lighting Networks”
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