3D thermal model and experimental validation of a low voltage three-phase busduct

Delgado, F.; Estébanez, Carlos Javier Renedo; Ortiz, Alfredo; Fernández, Inmaculada; Santisteban, A.

doi:10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2016.09.002

Cited by 18 publications

(8 citation statements)

References 20 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Unclassified

Order By: Relevance

“…Recently, three-dimensional (3D) analysis has been used, obtaining results such as the ones reported from the tool FLUX 3D [77], in which the computation time has been quite long even when short cables are considered. Long computation time has also been indicated for the 3D model used in [90] for low-voltage power cables. A high computational burden is needed for obtaining detailed results in 3D FEM analysis, and this is the main limiting factor of FEM.…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Concepts and Methods to Assess the Dynamic Thermal Rating of Underground Power Cables

et al. 2021

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

With the increase in the electrical load and the progressive introduction of power generation from intermittent renewable energy sources, the power line operating conditions are approaching the thermal limits. The definition of thermal limits variable in time has been addressed under the concept of dynamic thermal rating (DTR), with which it is possible to provide a more detailed assessment of the line rating and exploit the electrical system more flexibly. Most of the literature on DTR has addressed overhead lines exposed to different weather conditions. The interest in the dynamic thermal rating of power cables is increasing, considering the evolution of computational methods and advanced systems for cable monitoring. This paper contains an overview of the concepts and methods referring to dynamic cable rating (DCR). Starting from the analytical formulations developed many years ago for determining the power cable rating in steady-state conditions, also reported in International Standards, this paper considers the improvements of these formulations proposed during the years. These improvements are leading to include more specific details in the models used for DCR analysis and the computational methods used to assess the power cable’s thermal conditions buried in soil. This paper is focused on highlighting the path from the initial theories and models to the latest literature contributions. Attention is paid to thermal modelling with different levels of detail, applications of 2D and 3D solvers and simplified models, and their validation based on experimental measurements. A salient point of the overview is considering the DCR impact on reliability aspects, risk estimation, real-time calculations, forecasting, and planning with different time horizons.

show abstract

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Concepts and Methods to Assess the Dynamic Thermal Rating of Underground Power Cables

et al. 2021

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…As a result, temperature might be viewed as a particularly important ageing factor for power electronics. Temperature accelerates the ageing of the insulation system in electrical equipment over long-term, exceptionally hot summer months and at fully loaded equipment [13,14,16]. Numerous studies of the temperature rise in the switchgear have been done on a simulation platform only.…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

An innovative method to conduct temperature rise test on medium voltage switchgear assembly based on IEC standards in a power grid

Iderus¹,

Peter²,

Ganji

2022

The Journal of Engineering

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Modern civilization is characterised by a high need for electrical energy. The importance of electricity in daily life has grown to the point that it is desirable to safeguard the power system from damage during fault situations and to ensure maximum supply continuity, which necessitates the use of switchgear. Testing of any electrical equipment indicates the extent to which the equipment is able to comply with a customer's requirements. In this paper temperature rise test on a medium voltage switchgear assembly is considered. In this research, sub-clause 6.5.2 of IEC standard 62271-1 is followed to conduct temperature rise test on a medium voltage switchgear assembly. The test is conducted on two modes, first following the existing method of testing and second by an innovative method of testing. The temperature rise test is conducted on a 12 kV, 50 kA, 3150 A single busbar switchgear assembly and the readings are measured, analysed and compared between the two methods. It is concluded that the temperature rise recorded following the innovative method is more accurate compared to the existing method, as an increase in the recorded temperature rise is seen in all the thermocouple locations as the heat dissipation to the ambient is reduced.

show abstract

“…Radiation is the process of transferring energy from the radiating body to other bodies in the vicinity. The radiating body is characterized by the emission of electromagnetic waves consisting of various wavelengths [16]. The wavelength range with the highest thermal energy transfer is from 0.4 to 10 µm.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Other works on the generation and dissipation of heat from current circuits during the current flow allowed for a precise reference to the problem in the presented publication [2,6,7,[14][15][16].…”

mentioning

confidence: 99%

Thermal Analysis of Heat Distribution in Busbars during Rated Current Flow in Low-Voltage Industrial Switchgear

2021

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

The manuscript presents advanced coupled analysis: Maxwell 3D, Transient Thermal and Fluent CFD, at the time of a rated current occurring on the main busbars in the low-voltage switchgear. The simulations were procured in order to aid the design process of such enclosures. The analysis presented the rated current flow in the switchgear busbars, which allowed determining their temperature values. The main assumption of the simulation was measurements of temperature rise during rated current conditions. Simulating such conditions is a valuable asset in order to design better solutions for energy distribution gear. The simulation model was a precise representation of the actual prototype of the switchgear. Simulations results were validated by experimental research. The heat dissipation in busbars and switchgear housing through air convection was presented. The temperature distribution for the insulators in the rail bridge made of fireproof material was considered: halogen-free polyester. The results obtained during the simulation allowed for a detailed analysis of switchgear design and proper conclusions in practical and theoretical aspects. That helped in introducing structural changes in the prepared prototype of the switchgear at the design and construction stages. Deep analysis of the simulation results allowed for the development concerning the final prototype of the switchgear, which could be subjected to the full type tests. Additionally, short-circuit current simulations were procured and presented.

show abstract

3D thermal model and experimental validation of a low voltage three-phase busduct

Cited by 18 publications

References 20 publications

Concepts and Methods to Assess the Dynamic Thermal Rating of Underground Power Cables

Concepts and Methods to Assess the Dynamic Thermal Rating of Underground Power Cables

An innovative method to conduct temperature rise test on medium voltage switchgear assembly based on IEC standards in a power grid

Thermal Analysis of Heat Distribution in Busbars during Rated Current Flow in Low-Voltage Industrial Switchgear

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About