Edvard Csanyi
1750 awesome technical articles
Hi, I'm an electrical engineer, programmer and founder of EEP - Electrical Engineering Portal. I worked twelve years at Schneider Electric in the position of technical support for low- and medium-voltage projects and the design of busbar trunking systems.
I'm highly specialized in the design of LV/MV switchgear and low-voltage, high-power busbar trunking (<6300A) in substations, commercial buildings and industry facilities. I'm also a professional in AutoCAD programming.
Biography: https://electrical-engineering-portal.com/edvard-csanyi
Energy and Power
Moisture Effect On Insulation Of Generator
Moisture, which can enter the insulation of a generator or motor winding from damp air or which can enter the winding of a transformer from wet oil, will make a surprisingly large difference in the insulation resistance. This is clearly… Read more
May 13, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Magnifying transmitter – Nikola Tesla
Nikola Tesla is known for many great inventions. Almost all modern power distribution and production systems use Tesla’s designs from over 100 years ago. In addition to that, we have Tesla to thank for radio transmission, remote controls, florescent lighting,… Read more
May 11, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
News
Symphony Plus – new generation of ABB’s total plant automation
Zurich, Switzerland, April 19, 2011 – ABB, the leading power and automation technology group, announced the launch of its Symphony™ Plus distributed control system (DCS). Key customer benefits include improved plant productivity and energy efficiency, as well as enhanced operational… Read more
May 09, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Lighting
Power supply of luminaires with magnetic ballasts
Fluorescent tubes and discharge lamps require the intensity of the arc to be limited, and this function is fulfilled by a choke (or magnetic ballast) placed in series with the bulb itself (see fig. 5 ). This arrangement is most… Read more
May 07, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Lighting
Lighting quality, how to achieve?
Achieving the required illuminance level does not necessarily ensure good lighting quality. The quality as well as the quantity of illuminance is important to produce a comfortable, productive, aesthetically pleasing lighting environment. The quality of the lighting system refers, but… Read more
May 06, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Cables
General considerations when choosing power cable
Thousands of cable types are used throughout the world. They are found in applications ranging from fibre-optic links for data and telecommunication purposes through to EHV underground power transmission at 275 kV or higher. Certain design principles are common to… Read more
May 04, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Wind Power
Can I Go Off-Grid With Hybrid Systems?
Hybrid wind energy systems can provide reliable off-grid power for homes, farms or even entire communities (a co-housing project, for example) that are far from the nearest utility lines. According to many renewable energy experts, a “hybrid” system that combines… Read more
May 03, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Transformers
Where to put transformer?
With electric wires being strung at the tops of poles to keep them out of the reach of the general public, it is obvious that transformers would be hung on the same poles, as close as possible to the high-voltage… Read more
May 02, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Electrical substation introduction and elements
An power substation is a subsidiary station of an electricity generation, transmission and distribution system where voltage is transformed from high or medium to low or the reverse using transformers. Electric power flows through several substations between generating plant and… Read more
Apr 29, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Solar Power
Overview of solar panel types
There are three common technologies used in solar panels, all of which are based on the common element silicon, which makes up a large proportion of the earth. Monocrystalline cells are made from a thin slice or wafer cut from… Read more
Apr 25, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Improve power transfer with shunt capacitor banks
Shunt capacitor banks are used to an increasing extent at all voltage levels. There are a variety of reasons for this like the growing need for power transfer on existing lines while avoiding transfer of reactive power, better use of… Read more
Apr 24, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
News
Eaton: New DC Switchgear Series for Photovoltaic Applications
Eaton’s Moeller Business has added to its portfolio a number of products for DC applications such as photovoltaic or standby battery applications. The new range that is designed for DC voltages up to 1000V comprises DC fuse switch-disconnectors, DC switch-disconnectors… Read more
Apr 22, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Change output voltage of transformer with taps
Most power transformers have taps on either primary or secondary windings to vary the number of turns and, thus, the output voltage. The percentage of voltage change, above or below normal, between different tap positions varies in different transformers. In… Read more
Apr 20, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Electric Motor
Basic construction of 3-phase AC induction motors you should know
For industrial and mining applications, 3-phase AC induction motors are the prime movers for the vast majority of machines. These motors can be operated either directly from the mains or from adjustable variable frequency drives. In modern industrialized countries, more… Read more
Apr 18, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Maintenance
Maintenance Of Meduim Voltage Circuit Breakers
Medium-voltage circuit breakers rated between 1 and 72 kV may be assembled into metal-enclosed switchgear line ups for indoor use, or may be individual components installed outdoors in a substation. Air-break circuit breakers replaced oil-filled units for indoor applications, but… Read more
Apr 17, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
