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Methods and systems for open-phase detection in power transformers

US10802084B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 16, 2016
Grant dateOct 13, 2020
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Expiry dateFeb 8, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02H7/042
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The open-phase condition of a standby power transformer is detected by monitoring functions of the phase currents. The functions have parameters calculated based on reference currents, which constitute a “fingerprint” when all the phases are connected.

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