Three-phase basics and terms that students often mix
We all know that an electric current needs a circuit (a complete circle) before it can flow. A single-phase wye circuit can be a phase and a neutral with the current flowing through the “hot” wire and returning to the…...
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Feb 27, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
Short circuit phenomenon you should properly understand
A short circuit in an electrical circuit is a part of the circuit that for some reasons has become “shorter” than it should be. The current in an electrical circuit flows the easiest way and if two points in a… Read more
Oct 03, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power distribution configurations with three 3-phase hot power lines
Power leaves the substation on three, three-phase “hot” power lines that are strung adjacent to highways or along local roads to points of use. All three phases share a single neutral line and have the same voltage, but they are… Read more
Jun 01, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Phases and wires in distribution of AC power
AC power transmission is always at high voltage and mostly by 3-phase system. The use of single-phase system is limited to single-phase electric railways. Single-phase power transmission is used only for short distances and for relatively low voltages. By the… Read more
Oct 19, 2015 | By Edvard Csanyi
The Structure Of Power System
An interconnected power system is a complex enterprise that may be subdivided into the following major subsystems: Generation Subsystem Transmission and Subtransmission Subsystem Distribution Subsystem Utilization Subsystem Generation subsystem includes generators and transformers. An essential component of power systems is… Read more
Aug 09, 2012 | By Edvard Csanyi
Delta-Star Transformer Connection Overview
The Delta-Star transformer connection is utilized to increase voltage levels and is frequently applied at the end or beginning of high-tension power transmission systems. The primary is configured in a delta arrangement, while the secondary is arranged in a star… Read more
Jul 10, 2012 | By Jignesh Parmar
Scott-T Transformer Connection Overview
There are two main reasons for the need to transform from three phases to two phases: to give a supply to an existing two phase system from a three phase supply and to supply two phase furnace transformers from a… Read more
Jun 12, 2012 | By Jignesh Parmar
Single-Phase Power vs Three-Phase Power
The principal elements of an electric power system are the generating stations, the transmission lines, the substations, and the distribution networks. The generators produce the electricity, the transmission lines move it to regions where it is consumed, and the substations… Read more
Apr 01, 2012 | By Edvard Csanyi
Three phase induction motors – Operating principle
An electric motor converts electrical energy into a mechanical energy which is then supplied to different types of loads. A.c. motors operate on an a.c. supply, and they are classified into synchronous, single phase and 3 phase induction, and special… Read more
Feb 03, 2012 | By Henry James
Major difference between a 2-phase and a 3-phase stator
For purposes of explaining rotor movement, let’s assume that we can place a bar magnet in the center of the stator diagrams of figure 0. We’ll mount this magnet so that it is free to rotate in this area. Let’s… Read more
Dec 17, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
What is the reason beyond three phase transmission?
As the need for increased transmission line capacity have forced power utility and owner to maximize power density in existing transmission corridors. Many experienced have already been done on this, one way to get to this goal (increased capacity), is… Read more
Nov 28, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Operating Principle Of Three Phase Asynchronous Motors
The operating principle of an asynchronous motor involves creating an induced current in a conductor when the latter cuts off the lines of force in a magnetic field, hence the name “induction motor”. The combined action of the induced current… Read more
Feb 02, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Ecodial 3 – FAQ’s
Remark : You may renumber the functional names with the Automatic numbering of the View menu. Version 3.2 of Ecodial works from a cable database. If such a cable exists in the database, then you can use it. The short… Read more
Jan 22, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
