Working Principle of Alternator
The machine which produces 3 phase power from mechanical power is called an alternator or synchronous generator. The working of an … Continue Reading
Power System
IEC 61850 – Substation Automation – Fundamentals
What is IEC 61850? IEC 61850 is a standard for the design of electrical substation automation. It is the base … Continue Reading
Rectifier Transformer – Working Principle and Application
What is the Rectifier Transformer? Rectifier transformers are different from normal power and distribution transformers because they are special transformers … Continue Reading
Functional Characteristics of Protective Relaying
The principal function of protective relaying is to cause the prompt removal from service of any element of the power … Continue Reading
Introduction to Gas Turbine Power Plant
The gas turbine power plant obtains its power by utilizing the energy of burnt gases and air, which is at … Continue Reading
14 Lectures on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
A PLC is a user-friendly, microprocessor based specialized computer that carries out control functions of many types and levels of … Continue Reading
Electrical Bushings – Types, Purpose and Construction with Diagrams
Definition According to IEEE/ANSI Std. an electrical bushing is defined as “an insulating structure, including a through conductor or providing a central … Continue Reading
Air Break Switch – Types and Uses
An “air break switch’ is a switchgear device that uses air as the dielectric. Air Break Switches (ABS) are widely … Continue Reading
Basic Types of Switchgear Components
Before learning about different switchgear components, let us understand what is switchgear. The apparatus used for switching, controlling and protecting … Continue Reading
What are Protective Relays? | Types and Working
What is a Protective Relay? The protective relay was invented more than 160 years ago. During the last 60 years, … Continue Reading