{"title":"An advanced analysis of a root cause of a power transformer failure","authors":"B. Bocheński","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474948","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474948","url":null,"abstract":"The paper deals with the problem of forensic investigation of a transformer failure. A forensic engineer may determine the direct cause of the failure on the basis of an inspection. The root cause, however, may be difficult to discover or prove without advanced calculations. Often an analysis of thermal performance and electric and magnetic field (EMF) is sufficient to determine the root cause of the failure. One of the ways to achieve this is by using finite element method (FEM). The author presents an example of such analysis performed for a power transformer.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"95 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123185211","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A new, simple, “universal”, low cost LED driver and controller","authors":"A. Fayaz, C. Karimi, D. Sadarnac","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474969","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474969","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper, a new LED driver and its controller are conceived, realized and experimentally validated. It presents several advantages compared with the existing counterparts: First it uses a single converter while most of the existing drivers are based on a two-converter architecture. In the proposed approach, the average current through the LED is directly regulated. The proposed driver is built around a “Sepic” converter because it allows lowering and raising of the battery voltage and, has the lowest number of components compared to “Inverter”, “Zeta” or “Flyback”, necessitating an input filter to meet the required disturbance standards. Compared to “Cuk”, with a Sepic, constraints on the voltage across the capacitor in series are weaker and, the implementation of detection of current through the LED requires fewer components. Moreover, in the proposed architecture the two inductor of the sepic are coupled which along with a very fast current mode control of the internal loop, results to a simpler transfer function. A PI controller is designed and its performance and robustness are experimentally verified for different converters.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"15 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123771116","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Priority-based smart household power control model","authors":"M. Prýmek, Ales Horak","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474976","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474976","url":null,"abstract":"In the paper, we present the design and implementation of a priority-based Smart Home Simulation (SHS) system. The system architecture as well as particular device types used are described with a detailed presentation of the consumption planning and control mechanism. The SHS system is based on the multi-agent approach, where the global consumption control is driven mostly by the inter-agent communication. Unlike other works in this field, the presented communication model is designed to be usable even with low-performance controllers with limited computational power. The low performance of the controllers does not substantially limit the overall planning and control capabilities of the whole system. The theoretical foundations of the main system ideas are graphically presented in a real-world example simulation.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128754064","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An intelligent approach using SVM to enhance turn-to-turn fault detection in power transformers","authors":"Dr. Mohamed Elsamahy, M. Babiy","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474961","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474961","url":null,"abstract":"This paper proposes the use of the SVMs classification technique for power transformer protection, in order to enhance the detection of minor internal turn-to-turn faults. The proposed scheme has been also tested through external faulted cases as well as energizing inrush phenomenon. In addition, it has been compared with a conventional differential algorithm. The results have shown that the proposed intelligent technique provides fast, sensitive and reliable detection of minor internal turn-to-turn faults in power transformers. The dynamic simulations of a test benchmark have been conducted using the PSCAD/EMTDC software.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128465124","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Introducing the SMART power flow controller - an integral part of Smart Grid","authors":"M. L. Sen, K. K. Sen","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474988","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474988","url":null,"abstract":"`Smart Grid' is an initiative to modernize the existing electric power system, which is envisioned to be integrating necessary devices for its most efficient operation. One such operation is increasing electric power flow in existing transmission lines with the use of a goal-oriented SMART power flow controller (SPFC). A SPFC controls the flows of active power and reactive power in a transmission line independently. The direct benefit of independent control is to maximize the useful active power flow while minimizing the less desirable reactive power flow, thereby reducing losses due to the reactive power flow in a transmission line. An additional benefit is the ability to increase power flow through the desired transmission paths that have high impedances, low power flow, and low line utilization. Also, grid congestion is avoided by redirecting the excess power flow from an overloaded line to underloaded lines, instead of tripping the overloaded line when power is needed the most.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"148 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114622573","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Control of Δ-Y transformer based grid forming inverter for unbalanced stand-alone hybrid systems","authors":"N. Ninad, L. Lopes","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474945","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474945","url":null,"abstract":"This paper proposes a new vector (dq) control strategy for a three-leg grid forming inverter with Δ-Y transformer for operation with three-phase four-wire hybrid stand-alone power system. The main challenge for the grid forming inverter is to provide balanced output voltages to highly unbalanced loads, i.e., due to the presence of single phase load/PV sources, with a fast speed of response. A new per-phase dq control strategy considering the phase shift of the Δ-Y transformer is presented in this paper which allows one to avoid the conventional slow symmetrical components calculator (SCC), while achieving zero error, i.e. voltage balancing, in steady-state and fast dynamic response. Effectiveness of the proposed control strategy is evaluated based on time-domain simulation studies.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"23 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133794860","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
R. Zolnierczyk, B. Das, R. Varma, G. Symons, K. Walsh
{"title":"A hardware prototype model for electric vehicle load management in a distribution network","authors":"R. Zolnierczyk, B. Das, R. Varma, G. Symons, K. Walsh","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474974","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474974","url":null,"abstract":"This paper presents the design of a load management device for the load management of a distribution network in presence of Electric Vehicles (EV). With a projected EV penetration of up to 50% by 2050, the life expectancy of already overloaded utility transformers and other network assets needs to be investigated to accommodate large penetration of EV loads. This research work has been done in collaboration with the local utility London Hydro, to create a device that is capable of handling heavy residential loads, and providing network control of loads, such as, EVs to increase better network asset management. Two Atmel microcontroller based hardware boards are used. One hardware board is used to get load information from the utility transformer whereas the other is used to control the EV loads and household appliances. Based on the load information from the transformer, one microcontroller sends control signal to the other controller running on customer premises to switch ON/OFF the EV load or any other appliances thus controlling the load on the network. The main purpose of this device is to automatically reallocate loads in an attempt to prevent damage to overhead residential transformers due to overloading and also offers the capability of reducing consumer energy use. This device when installed in a utility network will reduce cost to the home owner, and will increase network sustainability.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"35 11","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114099796","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Small signal stability analysis comparison of tidal current energy using DFIG and DDPMSG","authors":"H. Aly, M. El-Hawary","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474956","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474956","url":null,"abstract":"The increasing penetration of a renewable energy in the power system grid makes it one of the most important topics for generating electricity for the near future. Tidal currents energy is one of the most technologies growing rapidly for generating electric energy. This paper deals with the small signal stability analysis of the tidal current turbine using two different types of generators, doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) and direct drive permanent magnet synchronous generator (DDPMSG) for a single machine infinite bus system. DFIG and DDPMSG are tested for small signal stability analysis. The eigenvalues of the overall system show the advantages of using the DDPMSG over the DFIG.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131081034","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
D. A. Silva, E. C. M. Costa, J. L. Franco, S. R. Abreu, R. C. Jesus, M. Antonionni, J. Pissolato
{"title":"Polymer surge arresters: Degradation versus electrical performance","authors":"D. A. Silva, E. C. M. Costa, J. L. Franco, S. R. Abreu, R. C. Jesus, M. Antonionni, J. Pissolato","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474981","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474981","url":null,"abstract":"This research presents the electrical performance of metal-oxide surge arresters with polymeric housing, applied on the power distribution network, as a function of the physical-chemical degradation which over the time they are exposed. The surge arresters are submitted to an immersion test/aging in water with sodium chloride at 90°C for three months, in order to simulate about 20 years of field application. The surge arresters based on periodical measurements of the leakage current are evaluated.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"12 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134509807","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Smart Agent Oriented Linear Programming (AOLP) control in electric grid","authors":"P. Ranganathan, Kendall E. Nygard","doi":"10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474967","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/EPEC.2012.6474967","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper, we discuss a distributed Agent Oriented Linear Programming (AOLP) decision model, where large scale electric grid is decomposed in to many sub models (sub problems) that can support prompt resource assignment, computation, and control functions necessary to restore the grid processes quickly during cascading blackouts or outages. The decomposition of an IEEE 14 bus system into various sub problems has been implemented and tested using a modified Dantzig-Wolfe (DW) approach as part of a test case to validate our model. The result looks promising to apply any agent based LP to allocate resources or alert system operators in the grid control process. We argue that our technique can offer prompt alertness to system operators in the order of 1millisecond compare to other LP approaches in the event of any failure.","PeriodicalId":118103,"journal":{"name":"2012 IEEE Electrical Power and Energy Conference","volume":"7 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121789133","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}