Power System
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Types of Insulators used in Power Transmission and Overhead Lines
Insulators: Types, Properties, Material, Causes of Failure and Applications The insulators or line insulators are used in overhead transmission and distribution lines. The overhead conductors are supported on the poles…
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How to Size a Generator? Portable, Backup & Standby for Home & Commercial Applications
How to Calculate the Right Size Generator for Home and Commercial Applications? A generator is a suitable alternative to provide electric power where and when you need it in case…
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Why 3-Phase Power? Why Not 6, 12 or More for Power Transmission?
Why is Only 3-Phase Power Supply System Used Instead of 2-Φ, 4-Φ, 6-Φ, 12-Φ or More Number of Phases for Power Transmission & Distribution? We know that the most common…
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If a 1-Phase Supply is 230V, Why is 3-Phase 400V & Not 690V?
When Single Phase Supply Voltage is 220V, Why is Three Phase 440V and Not 660V? If there are three winding coils on the rotor of an alternator winded 120° degree…
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Classification of Electric Power Distribution Network Systems
Different Types of Electric Power Distribution Network Systems The typical electric power system network is classified into three parts; Generation Transmission Distribution Electric power is generated in power plants. In…
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What is Potential Transformer (PT)? Types & Working of Voltage Transformers
Potential Transformer, Construction, Working, Types & Applications Have you ever thought about how high voltages & current are measured since they are quite dangerous to work with & the instrument…
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Diesel Power Plant – Components, Operation and Applications
How a Diesel Power Plant Works? Schematic Diagram, Components, Working & Applications What is Diesel Power Plant? The diesel power uses a diesel engine to rotate alternators and produce electrical…
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Wind Power Plant – Wind Turbines, Generators, Site Selection & Scheme of Generation
How a Wind Power Plant Works? Classification of Wind Turbines and Generators, Site Selection & Schemes of Electric Generation What is a Wind Power Plant? A wind power plant is…
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Oil Circuit Breaker (OCB) – Types, Construction, Working and Applications
OCB – Oil Circuit Breaker – Construction and Working Principle Circuit breakers are protection devices that protect circuits and equipment during fault conditions. They use different kinds of dielectric mediums…
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SF6 Circuit Breaker – Types, Construction, Working and Applications
SF6 Circuit Breaker (Sulfur Hexafluoride Circuit Breaker) – Construction & Working Principle Circuit breakers are used for protection against fault current in electrical systems. They abruptly break the circuit and…
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