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Advantages of HVDC transmission
High voltage transmission is employed to transfer the bilk power from sending end to receiving end with lesser losses. Generally ... -
Harmonics effect on Induction Motor
Harmonics in the power system are generated due to the usage of non linear load. Some of the effects of harmonics ... -
Classification of Transmission Lines
Over head transmission lines are classified based on the manner in which the capacitance is considered: Short Transmission Lines: Transmission ... -
Why Starting Current of Induction Motor is High
Starting Current in Induction Motor: Starting current of induction motor is as high as 5 to 7 times the normal ... -
Auto Recloser Circuit Breaker in Power System
Most of the faults on over head lines are transient in nature. About 85% to 90% of faults are momentary ... -
Current Limiting Reactors and Short Circuit Currents
A current limiting reactors is also called as series reactors. It is an inductive coil having large inductive reactance compared ... -
Surge Impedance Loading of Transmission Line
Loading of any transmission line depends on, Thermal limitation (I2R limitation) Voltage regulation Stability Limitation This is defined as the ... -
Circuit Breaker Making Capacity
During short circuit, circuit breaker contacts opens and automatically closes after few cycles to determine whether the fault is cleared. ... -
Parallel Operation of Alternators
Requirements of parallel operation of alternators: The alternators which are to be operated in parallel should meet the following requirements ... -
Induction Motors Faults and Protection
Faults that can occur in 3 phase induction motors and associated protections are discussed below: Stator faults: These faults include ...