By parallel operation of single-phase transformers, we mean two or more transformers are connected to the same supply bus bars on the primary side and to a common bus bar/load on …
An electrical power transformer has to go through a number of transformer testing procedures for confirming its specifications and performances. In this article, you will learn different types of transformer …
Insulation Resistance or IR Test is carried out by maintenance engineers to ensure the healthiness of the overall insulation system of electrical equipment. It reflects the presence or absence of …
In an SF6 Circuit breaker, sulphur hexafluoride gas is used as the arc quenching medium. The sulphur hexafluoride gas (SF6) is an electronegative gas and has a strong tendency to absorb …
Air blast circuit breaker employs a high-pressure air blast as an arc quenching medium. The construction and working of different types of air blast circuit breakers are explained in this …
The substation earthing system comprises of a grid (earth mat) formed by a horizontal buried conductors. Read about design of substation earthing system here. The grounding system in substation is very …
Steam power stations convert the heat energy of coal combustion into electrical energy. A steam power station basically works on the Rankine cycle. Steam is produced in the boiler by utilizing …