Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Industrial Harmonic Filter Design, Document ID: PQS0504, Date: June 30, 2005. Abstract: The industrial harmonic problem can be solved using a comprehensive approach including site surveys, harmonic measurements, and computer simulations. Simple calculations are used to determine the system resonant frequencies and then the preliminary model development isContinue reading “Industrial Harmonic Filter Design”
Tag Archives: Harmonics
Definition and Origin of Harmonics
Published by Electrical Installation Wiki, Chapter M. Power harmonics management – Definition and origin of harmonics Definition of Harmonics The presence of harmonics in electrical systems means that current and voltage are distorted and deviate from sinusoidal waveforms. Harmonic currents are caused by non-linear loads connected to the distribution system. A load is said toContinue reading “Definition and Origin of Harmonics”
Detect and Eliminate Harmonics: Why?
Published by Electrical Installation Wiki, Chapter M. Power harmonics management – Detect and eliminate harmonics: why? Harmonic Disturbances Harmonics flowing in distribution networks represent disturbances in the flow of electricity. The quality of electrical power is deteriorated, and the efficiency of the system is decreased. Here are the main risks linked to harmonics: • OverloadContinue reading “Detect and Eliminate Harmonics: Why?”
An Introduction to Harmonics
Published by Alex Roderick, EE Power – Technical Articles: An Introduction to Harmonics, May 06, 2021. This article will provide a basic introduction of harmonics in power engineering. A harmonic is a current or voltage component at a frequency that is an integer (whole number) multiple (2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc.) of the fundamental frequency. For example, whenContinue reading “An Introduction to Harmonics”
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”
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”
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”
Evaluation of the Impact of Specialized Biotechnological Laboratory Equipment in the Context of Higher Harmonics Generation
Published by Wiesława MALSKA1, Anna KOZIOROWSKA2,3, Dariusz SOBCZYŃSKI1Rzeszow University of Technology, The Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering,Department of Power Electronics and Power Engineering (1)University of Rzeszow, Department of Mathematics – Natural Sciences, Institute of Technics (2)Institute of Applied Biotechnology and Basic Science University of Rzeszow, (3) Abstract. Specialized laboratory equipment, often uses power converters,Continue reading “Evaluation of the Impact of Specialized Biotechnological Laboratory Equipment in the Context of Higher Harmonics Generation”
Industrial Customer IEEE Std. 519 Compliance Evaluation
Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Industrial Customer IEEE Std. 519 Compliance Evaluation, Document ID: PQS1003, Date: March 15, 2010. Abstract: Utility power system harmonic problems can often be solved using a comprehensive approach including site surveys, harmonic measurements, and computer simulations. This case study presents the results for an industrial customer IEEE Std.Continue reading “Industrial Customer IEEE Std. 519 Compliance Evaluation”
Analysis of Measured Data at the Point of Complaints to Power Quality
Published by Petr ROZEHNAL, Jan UNGER, Petr KREJCI, VŠB-Technical University of Ostrava Abstract. Electricity is one of the most important energy that uses both in the home and in industry. For good and seamless use of electricity are important its quality. Deteriorating power quality is increasingly becoming an important problem for the industry and serviceContinue reading “Analysis of Measured Data at the Point of Complaints to Power Quality”
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