What is an Electric ARC?- Arc in Circuit Breaker
Before discussing the arc quenching technology used in circuit breakers, it is essential to understand what an electric arc is. What is an Electric Arc? … Read more
Power System
The difference between Offline and Online Partial Discharge (PD) Testing
In Australia’s evolving electrical landscape, the significance of both Offline and Online Partial Discharge Testing cannot be overstated. With the proliferation of high-voltage equipment across … Read more
Pin Insulator
The pin insulator is installed on a supporting tower’s cross arm and used to distribute power at voltages up to 33kV. The upper end of … Read more
Suspension Insulator
The suspension insulator consists of several porcelain insulator units connected by metal links to form a flexible string. The conductor is typically attached to the … Read more
Transposition of Conductors
Definition: The process of transposition involves physically rotating the conductors in a regular sequence. The transposition balances the mutual inductance and capacitance between the lines. The … Read more
What is an Oil Circuit Breaker?- Construction, Working, Types
Introduction An oil circuit breaker (OCB) is a type of circuit breaker that uses oil as an arc extinguishing medium. In electrical power systems, circuit … Read more
Zero Sequence Current
Definition: During an earth fault in an electrical circuit, an unbalanced current flows. This current is also referred to as the zero sequence current or … Read more
Sulphur Hexafluoride(SF6) Circuit Breaker
A type of circuit breaker that uses pressurized SF6 gas to extinguish the arc is called an SF6 circuit breaker. SF6 gas has exceptional dielectric, … Read more
Testing of Overhead Line Insulators
This article describes insulator testing and the types of tests, such as flashover tests, performance tests, and routine tests carried out to ensure the operational … Read more
Basic Layout, Diagram, and Working of a Nuclear Power Plant
This article describes a comprehensive nuclear power plant diagram to gain insights into the intricate components and processes involved in harnessing nuclear energy. The detailed … Read more