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Power generation apparatus using AC energization synchronous generator and method of controlling the same

US7453242B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2008
Grant dateNov 18, 2008
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Expiry dateFeb 14, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02P2101/15
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A power generation apparatus and method includes an AC energization synchronous generator, a switching device for connecting to a network disposed on a stator side of the AC energization synchronous generator, an energizing device for applying a variable frequency AC to a secondary winding of the AC energization synchronous generator, and a first voltage detection unit for detecting a voltage of the switching device on the stator side. A rotational frequency of the AC energization synchronous generator is estimated or calculated based on a frequency of a stator side voltage of the switching device, while the switching device is open.

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