Protection of generators at main generation station that supply Sudan (500 MW)
Garri thermal power station consist of three plants; Garri one, Garri two and Garri four. Garri one and two are coupled together. Plant one consist of four Gas Turbines Generator… Read more
Jul 08, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Practical tips for installing surge protection devices in low voltage panel
In an electrical systems, surge protection devices (SPDs) are usually installed in tap-off configuration (in parallel) between the live conductors and the earth. The operating principle of SPD can be… Read more
Jul 08, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
How harmonic filters prevent distortions in networks with high harmonic levels
The subject of this technical article are harmonic filters and their design. Filtering measures are recommended and may be required for electrical systems with too high harmonic levels. Filter circuits… Read more
Jul 03, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Practical protection coordination study for electrical substation 154kV / 34.5kV
Adequate protection system which detects faults and disconnects elements of the power system during a fault is an essential design subject of the power system. The protection system cannot prevent… Read more
Jul 01, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Differential protection of a transmission line with digital communication via pilot wires
Wire connections have a limited transmission bandwidth (3.4 kHz in the case of telephone twisted pairs). In the past they were used for differential protection with analog (50 Hz) measured… Read more
Jun 26, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
The standard IEC 61439 practice workbook
This workbook contains general information and proposals for designing, planning and building low voltage switchgear and controlgear ASSEMBLIES in compliance with the applicable laws, directives and provisions. Basic knowledge in… Read more
Jun 24, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
The most important precautions during commissioning and start up of LV switchgear
Low voltage switchgear can often be a very complex and expensive piece of electrical equipment, usually representing one of the most critical and crucial parts of the project. In order…...
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Jun 13, 2019 | By Miodrag Kokotovic
Major components you can spot while looking at opened LV and MV switchboards
Depending on the size of the building or factory site and whether the supply is high voltage or low voltage, there may be requirements for both a main high voltage…...
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Jun 10, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Fire behaviour and construction safety precautions for installation of cables and conductors
Although the type of cable and conductor is the determining factor in the fire behaviour of ducts and conduits, the choice of cable tray type and the installation of the… Read more
Jun 05, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
The theory behind reactive energy compensation that every engineer should know
Reactive energy compensation is an essential process in improving energy efficiency. It reduces the power consumption and thus its cost, enables optimum use of installations by preventing them being oversized,… Read more
May 22, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Six tools you MUST learn before programming numerical protection relays for real
Developing basic setting specifications for numerical relays is a boring process for most electrical engineers, but not for the protection engineers! It requires significant input data but, for the most… Read more
May 20, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Network operating practice for efficient connection of distributed generation
The voltage regulating transformer or Under Load Tap Changer (ULTC) performs the role of stepping up or down the voltage between Medium Voltage (33kV < MV ≤ 132kV) circuits and… Read more
May 08, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
3 most important routine tests for successful verification of a low voltage switchgear
Individual tests or routine verifications are intended to check the essential safety aspects of LV assemblies that could be affected by hazards during mounting or possible manufacturing faults. In principle,… Read more
May 08, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Ultra-high voltage (UHV) AC gas insulated switchgear (GIS) for 1000kV and above
Ultra-high voltage (UHV) AC gas insulated switchgear (GIS) can correctly work only if all its internal components are properly assembled and the metal enclosure is filled with SF6 gas at…...
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Apr 25, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Substation automation based on PLCs and SCADA system
Reliability, a large installed base, extensive support resources and low costs are some of the benefits of using PLCs as a basis for substation automation and SCADA systems. PLCs are… Read more
Apr 22, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi