In this paper,a new simulating method is presented,using only the normal magnetizing curve (B-H) of the transformer core material,its geometric dimensions,the no-load power loss data and the concept of instantaneous p...In this paper,a new simulating method is presented,using only the normal magnetizing curve (B-H) of the transformer core material,its geometric dimensions,the no-load power loss data and the concept of instantaneous power. At the end of this paper the simulating calculation using EMTP has been also performed for the same transformer. The comparison shows that the two sets of results are very close to each other,and proves the correctness of the new method. The new method presented in this paper is helpful to verify the correctness of the power transformer design,analyze the behavior of the transformer protection under switching and study the new transformer protection principles.展开更多
This article gives an overview of the main passive solutions and active techniques, based on AC switches to limit inrush currents in medium power AC-DC converters （up to 3.7 kW） for electric vehicle charging systems...This article gives an overview of the main passive solutions and active techniques, based on AC switches to limit inrush currents in medium power AC-DC converters （up to 3.7 kW） for electric vehicle charging systems. In particular, a strategy, based on SCR （silicon controlled rectifier） phase, shift control in a mixed rectifier bridge with diodes and thyristors, is proposed. The challenge is to help designers optimize the triggering delay of SCRs to both limit the peak value of inrush current spikes and optimize the charge duration of the DC-link capacitor. A mathematical model （Mathcad engineering tool） has been defined to point out, the interest of a variable triggering delay to control SCRs to meet the expectations described previously. Experimental measurements using an industrial evaluation board of the AC-DC converter demonstrate the robustness of the method.展开更多
The primary winding of the transformer will generate large inrush current due to the saturation of iron core when an unloaded transformer is switched-on. The inrush current not only causes mechanical interaction force...The primary winding of the transformer will generate large inrush current due to the saturation of iron core when an unloaded transformer is switched-on. The inrush current not only causes mechanical interaction force due to which the windings are damaged, but also induces the differential protection relays to operate incorrectly. In this paper, the mathematical model of unloaded single phase transformer in switch-on is analyzed; the computation formulas of the inrush current and its interruption angle are presented. The experiment investigation of single phase transformers with different capacities shows that the inrush current measurement result is consistent with theoretical analysis. The inrush current waveform is typically a steeple top waveform with high order harmonics and damping in one direction. In the same condition, large inrush current amplitude will be induced with smaller switching angle, larger residual flux and smaller saturation flux.展开更多
In this study, we will cover the basic methods used to distinguish between inrush current and fault current in power transformers. First, the nature of inrush current is presented compared to the fault current. Then t...In this study, we will cover the basic methods used to distinguish between inrush current and fault current in power transformers. First, the nature of inrush current is presented compared to the fault current. Then the nature of the magnetizing current due to energizing a power transformer at no-load is explained. The first generation of methods used to disable the protective relay system during inrush current, namely the Desensitizing and Tripping Suppressor, is introduced. The second generation, the harmonic restraint method and the waveform-based restraint method with their different versions, is explained. Then we will explore thoroughly the fictitious equivalent resistance method as an example of the third generation of model type restraining or blocking methods. Finally, a comparison between these methods and conclusion is carried out.展开更多
The method is based on that the waveform of the inrush distorts seriously, while the fault current nearly keeps sinusoid. The complicated signal can be decomposed into a finite intrinsic mode functions (IMF) by the EM...The method is based on that the waveform of the inrush distorts seriously, while the fault current nearly keeps sinusoid. The complicated signal can be decomposed into a finite intrinsic mode functions (IMF) by the EMD, then define and compute the projection area on X-axis of each IMF—, the specific gravity of SIMF—, and the maximum of —. We can get a new scheme of transformer-protection based on comparing the difference between inrush and fault current. Theoretical analysis show that the method can precisely discriminate inrush and fault current, fault clearance time is about 20ms. Moreover, it is convenient to achieve and hardly be affect by not-periodic component.展开更多
The energizing of large power transformers has long been considered a critical event in the operation of an electric power system. When a transformer is energized by the utility, a typical inrush current could be as h...The energizing of large power transformers has long been considered a critical event in the operation of an electric power system. When a transformer is energized by the utility, a typical inrush current could be as high as ten times its rated current. This could cause many problems from mechanical stress on transformer windings to harmonics injection, and system protection malfunction. There have been numerous researches focusing on calculation and mitigation of the transformer inrush current. With the development of smart grid, distributed generation from independent power producers (IPPs) is growing rapidly. This paper investigates the inrush current due to black start of an IPP system with several parallel transformers, through a simulation model in DIgSILENT Power Factory software. The study demonstrates that a single genset is capable of energizing a group of transformers since the overall inrush current is slightly above the inrush of the transformer directly connected to the generator. In addition, a simple method is proposed to mitigate the inrush current of the transformers using an auxiliary transformer.展开更多
The transformer inrush current has been a potential threat in wind farms connected modular multilevel converter based high-voltage direct current (WF-MMC-HVDC) system due to the low overcurrent capability of power ele...The transformer inrush current has been a potential threat in wind farms connected modular multilevel converter based high-voltage direct current (WF-MMC-HVDC) system due to the low overcurrent capability of power electronic devices.To investigate this issue,this paper develops a complete harmonic state space (HSS) model of the WF-MMC-HVDC system containing saturable transformers.The severity of the inrush current is investigated under different transformer configurations and the result is compared with EMTP simulations.More importantly,key factors that influence inrush current characteristics in a WF-MMC-HVDC system are studied using the single-input single-output impedance model derived from the linearized HSS model.The results indicate that wind farms have a minor impact on the inrush current characteristics,whereas V/F controlled modular multilevel converter (MMC) reduces its output voltage during transformer energization,thereby mitigating the severity of the inrush current.The severity of the inrush current largely depends on the resonance point determined by the transmission line.In the case of offshore WF-MMC-HVDC system,long submarine cables may cause severe harmonic amplifications and even do not attenuate for a long time.展开更多
Based on the dual equivalent model of a sin-gle-phase two-winding transformer and a single-phase three-winding autotransformer,a method for identifying inrush current in single-phase transformers is proposed.This meth...Based on the dual equivalent model of a sin-gle-phase two-winding transformer and a single-phase three-winding autotransformer,a method for identifying inrush current in single-phase transformers is proposed.This method distinguishes inrush current from internal fault current using the instantaneous equivalent induct-ance of the dual model.The setting principle of the method is determined by analyzing the air-core induct-ance and the equivalent model of the faulty transformer.PSCAD simulations and recorded transformer protection data demonstrate that the proposed method can accu-rately identify inrush current when the transformer core is deeply saturated,and can quickly discriminate between currents during a critical internal fault.Furthermore,the simulation results show that the proposed method is sen-sitive to minor turn-to-turn faults but is less sensitive to the equivalent impedance of an external source.展开更多
A double-stage start-up structure to limit the inrush current used in current-mode charge pump with wide input range,fixed output and multimode operation is presented in this paper.As a widely utilized power source im...A double-stage start-up structure to limit the inrush current used in current-mode charge pump with wide input range,fixed output and multimode operation is presented in this paper.As a widely utilized power source implement,a Li-battery is always used as the power supply for chips.Due to the internal resistance,a potential drop will be generated at the input terminal of the chip with an input current.A false shut down with a low supply voltage will happen if the input current is too large,leading to the degradation of the Li-battery＇s service life.To solve this problem,the inrush current is limited by introducing a new start-up state.All of the circuits have been implemented with the NUVOTON 0.6 μm CMOS process.The measurement results show that the inrush current can be limited below 1 A within all input supply ranges,and the power efficiency is higher than the conventional structure.展开更多
文摘In this paper,a new simulating method is presented,using only the normal magnetizing curve (B-H) of the transformer core material,its geometric dimensions,the no-load power loss data and the concept of instantaneous power. At the end of this paper the simulating calculation using EMTP has been also performed for the same transformer. The comparison shows that the two sets of results are very close to each other,and proves the correctness of the new method. The new method presented in this paper is helpful to verify the correctness of the power transformer design,analyze the behavior of the transformer protection under switching and study the new transformer protection principles.
文摘This article gives an overview of the main passive solutions and active techniques, based on AC switches to limit inrush currents in medium power AC-DC converters （up to 3.7 kW） for electric vehicle charging systems. In particular, a strategy, based on SCR （silicon controlled rectifier） phase, shift control in a mixed rectifier bridge with diodes and thyristors, is proposed. The challenge is to help designers optimize the triggering delay of SCRs to both limit the peak value of inrush current spikes and optimize the charge duration of the DC-link capacitor. A mathematical model （Mathcad engineering tool） has been defined to point out, the interest of a variable triggering delay to control SCRs to meet the expectations described previously. Experimental measurements using an industrial evaluation board of the AC-DC converter demonstrate the robustness of the method.
文摘The primary winding of the transformer will generate large inrush current due to the saturation of iron core when an unloaded transformer is switched-on. The inrush current not only causes mechanical interaction force due to which the windings are damaged, but also induces the differential protection relays to operate incorrectly. In this paper, the mathematical model of unloaded single phase transformer in switch-on is analyzed; the computation formulas of the inrush current and its interruption angle are presented. The experiment investigation of single phase transformers with different capacities shows that the inrush current measurement result is consistent with theoretical analysis. The inrush current waveform is typically a steeple top waveform with high order harmonics and damping in one direction. In the same condition, large inrush current amplitude will be induced with smaller switching angle, larger residual flux and smaller saturation flux.
文摘In this study, we will cover the basic methods used to distinguish between inrush current and fault current in power transformers. First, the nature of inrush current is presented compared to the fault current. Then the nature of the magnetizing current due to energizing a power transformer at no-load is explained. The first generation of methods used to disable the protective relay system during inrush current, namely the Desensitizing and Tripping Suppressor, is introduced. The second generation, the harmonic restraint method and the waveform-based restraint method with their different versions, is explained. Then we will explore thoroughly the fictitious equivalent resistance method as an example of the third generation of model type restraining or blocking methods. Finally, a comparison between these methods and conclusion is carried out.
文摘The method is based on that the waveform of the inrush distorts seriously, while the fault current nearly keeps sinusoid. The complicated signal can be decomposed into a finite intrinsic mode functions (IMF) by the EMD, then define and compute the projection area on X-axis of each IMF—, the specific gravity of SIMF—, and the maximum of —. We can get a new scheme of transformer-protection based on comparing the difference between inrush and fault current. Theoretical analysis show that the method can precisely discriminate inrush and fault current, fault clearance time is about 20ms. Moreover, it is convenient to achieve and hardly be affect by not-periodic component.
文摘The energizing of large power transformers has long been considered a critical event in the operation of an electric power system. When a transformer is energized by the utility, a typical inrush current could be as high as ten times its rated current. This could cause many problems from mechanical stress on transformer windings to harmonics injection, and system protection malfunction. There have been numerous researches focusing on calculation and mitigation of the transformer inrush current. With the development of smart grid, distributed generation from independent power producers (IPPs) is growing rapidly. This paper investigates the inrush current due to black start of an IPP system with several parallel transformers, through a simulation model in DIgSILENT Power Factory software. The study demonstrates that a single genset is capable of energizing a group of transformers since the overall inrush current is slightly above the inrush of the transformer directly connected to the generator. In addition, a simple method is proposed to mitigate the inrush current of the transformers using an auxiliary transformer.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Project of State Grid Corporation of China(SGCC)(No.5500-202319174A-1-1-ZN).
文摘The transformer inrush current has been a potential threat in wind farms connected modular multilevel converter based high-voltage direct current (WF-MMC-HVDC) system due to the low overcurrent capability of power electronic devices.To investigate this issue,this paper develops a complete harmonic state space (HSS) model of the WF-MMC-HVDC system containing saturable transformers.The severity of the inrush current is investigated under different transformer configurations and the result is compared with EMTP simulations.More importantly,key factors that influence inrush current characteristics in a WF-MMC-HVDC system are studied using the single-input single-output impedance model derived from the linearized HSS model.The results indicate that wind farms have a minor impact on the inrush current characteristics,whereas V/F controlled modular multilevel converter (MMC) reduces its output voltage during transformer energization,thereby mitigating the severity of the inrush current.The severity of the inrush current largely depends on the resonance point determined by the transmission line.In the case of offshore WF-MMC-HVDC system,long submarine cables may cause severe harmonic amplifications and even do not attenuate for a long time.
基金supported by the National Natural Sci-ence Foundation of China(No.U1866603)the Headquarters Technology Project of the State Grid Corporation of China(No.5100-202340030A-1-1-ZN).
文摘Based on the dual equivalent model of a sin-gle-phase two-winding transformer and a single-phase three-winding autotransformer,a method for identifying inrush current in single-phase transformers is proposed.This method distinguishes inrush current from internal fault current using the instantaneous equivalent induct-ance of the dual model.The setting principle of the method is determined by analyzing the air-core induct-ance and the equivalent model of the faulty transformer.PSCAD simulations and recorded transformer protection data demonstrate that the proposed method can accu-rately identify inrush current when the transformer core is deeply saturated,and can quickly discriminate between currents during a critical internal fault.Furthermore,the simulation results show that the proposed method is sen-sitive to minor turn-to-turn faults but is less sensitive to the equivalent impedance of an external source.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.61106026)
文摘A double-stage start-up structure to limit the inrush current used in current-mode charge pump with wide input range,fixed output and multimode operation is presented in this paper.As a widely utilized power source implement,a Li-battery is always used as the power supply for chips.Due to the internal resistance,a potential drop will be generated at the input terminal of the chip with an input current.A false shut down with a low supply voltage will happen if the input current is too large,leading to the degradation of the Li-battery＇s service life.To solve this problem,the inrush current is limited by introducing a new start-up state.All of the circuits have been implemented with the NUVOTON 0.6 μm CMOS process.The measurement results show that the inrush current can be limited below 1 A within all input supply ranges,and the power efficiency is higher than the conventional structure.
