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Electromagnetic Stresses in Transformers

The document discusses electromagnetic stresses in high voltage transformers, highlighting the forces caused by the interaction of magnetic fields and current, particularly through Lorentz's force equation. It outlines the causes and effects of these stresses, including insulation damage, vibrations, and overheating, as well as design considerations and advanced materials to mitigate these issues. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of testing and diagnostic methods to ensure transformer reliability and performance.

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Electromagnetic Stresses in Transformers

The document discusses electromagnetic stresses in high voltage transformers, highlighting the forces caused by the interaction of magnetic fields and current, particularly through Lorentz's force equation. It outlines the causes and effects of these stresses, including insulation damage, vibrations, and overheating, as well as design considerations and advanced materials to mitigate these issues. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of testing and diagnostic methods to ensure transformer reliability and performance.

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ELECTROMAGNETIC

STRESSES IN HIGH
VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER
WHAT IS
ELECTROMAGNETIC
STRESSES IN HIGH
VOLTAGE
TRANSFORMER

IT REFERS TO THE FORCES


EXPERIENCE BY THE TRANSFORMER
DUE TO THE INTERACTION BETWEEN
THE MAGNETIC FIELD AND THE
CURRENT .
WHAT IS THE
CAUSE OF
MECHANICAL
FORCE

I T U S U A L LY O C C U R D U E T O
L O R E N T Z ' S F O R C E E Q U AT I O N .

F=BIL (SINΘ)
CAUSES AND EFFECTS
VIBRATIONS IN
TRANSFORMER
The alternating magnetic fields produced by
the AC current fluctuate 50-60 times per
second (depending on frequency), causing
periodic magnetostriction (a material’s
expansion and contraction in response to a
magnetic field).
LORENT’S FORCE
When current flows through the windings, it
generates a magnetic field. The interaction
between this current and the magnetic field
creates mechanical forces (Lorentz forces)
that push and pull the windings.
OCCURRING SHORT
CIRCUIT CURRENT
During a fault (like a short circuit), the
current through the windings increases
drastically—often 20-30 times the normal
current. This amplifies electromagnetic forces
because these forces are proportional to the
square of the current
F∝ I2
INRUSH CURRENT
When a transformer is first energized, a large
surge of magnetizing current (called inrush
current) flows until the core reaches
magnetic saturation Effect .
EFFECTS
H I G H - V O LTA G E E L E C T R O M A G N E T I C
S T R E S S C A N S I G N I F I C A N T LY I M P A C T
T RA N S F O R M E R S , L E A D I N G T O VA R I O U S
POTENTIAL ISSUES. HERE ARE SOME OF
THE EFFECTS :
§ Insulation damage
§ Vibration and noise (humming sound).
§ Overheating.
§ Accelerated Aging of transformer components.
§ Arcing and flashover.
§
HOW CAN WE REDUCE
DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS

•Improved Insulation Systems.


•High-Grade Magnetic Cores.
•Advanced Winding Design .
•Cooling system
•Electromagnetic shielding.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
USED TO REDUCE
STRESS
§ Advanced materials used to reduce stress
Ø Nomex® Paper
Ø Epoxy Resins:
Ø Silicone-Based Insulators
§ Magnetic Core Materials
Ø Amorphous Metals
Ø Nanocrystalline Alloys
Ø Grain-Oriented Silicon Steel (GOSS)
ADVANCED MATERIALS
USED TO REDUCE
STRESS
§ Advanced Insulating Fluids
Ø Synthetic Esters
Ø Silicone Oils
§ Natural Esters (Vegetable Oil-Based Fluids).
Ø Improved Conductive Materials
Ø Copper with High Purity
Ø Superconductors
TECHNIQUES TO
ENHANCING
MECHANICAL STABILITY
§ Robust Winding Support
§ Core Construction Enhancement
§ Improved Fastening Techniques
§ Damping and Vibration Control
§ Structural Reinforcements
TESTING AND ANALYSING
FINITE ELEMENT
ANALYSIS

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is widely used to test and optimize


the performance of transformers by simulating their behavior
under various conditions. Here's how FEA is applied to
transformers.
§ Electromagnetic Analysis
§ Thermal Analysis
§ Structural Analysis
§ Dielectric Analysis:
§ Harmonic Analysis
§ Short-Circuit Testing:
DIAGNOSTICS METHODS
FOR DETECTING
MECHANICAL
DEFORMATION
Detecting mechanical deformation in transformers is vital for
ensuring their reliability and preventing failures.
§ Frequency Response Analysis (FRA)
§ Vibro-Acoustic Analysis .
§ Short-Circuit Impedance Measurement
§ Dynamic Resistance Measurement (DRM)
§ Partial Discharge (PD) Testing
THANK YOU

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