Protective Relays: Function, Features & Operation

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A protective relay is basically an electrical device that detects a fault in a power system and initiates the operation…

SF6 Circuit Breakers: Features, Operation & Applications

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Introduction Many modern designs of circuit breakers for use at transmission voltages utilize sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) gas both as an…

5 Causes of High-Voltage Switchgear Failures

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Switchgear is basically equipment used switch ON or OFF generators, transmission lines, distributors and other equipment under both normal and…

Main Types of Earthing Systems

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Introduction The process of connecting the metallic frame i.e. non-current part of electrical equipment or some electrical part of the…

Common Causes of Failures of Power Transformers

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As with most of electrical equipment, the key causes of failure of power transformers are either due to electrical failure…

Three-Phase Diode Bridge Rectifier: Function & Operation

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In many high-powered applications, three-phase voltages need to be rectified to give rise to a single DC supply; such rectification…

Testing Power and Distribution Transformers

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The typical practice for testing power and distribution transformers is to carry out a comprehensive set of tests at the…

Causes of Ground Loops in Instrumentation & How to Avoid Them

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Causes of Ground Loops In Instrumentation We may have situations in instrumentation and control systems, where the sensor and the…

Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) – Structure, Operation & Applications

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IGBT is a voltage controlled device. It has high input impedance like a MOSFET and low on-state conduction losses like…

What are Printed circuit boards (PCBs)?

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Introduction Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are the important components in electronic devices that offer mechanical support and electrical connections between…