Title :
On the Problem of Transformer Overheating Due to Geomagnetically Induced Currents
Author :
Tay, Hock-Chuan ; Swift, Glenn W.
Author_Institution :
Nanyang Technological Institute
Abstract :
This paper concerns experimental results for a laboratory transformer with simultaneous ac and dc excitation, the objective being to determine whether or not geomagnetically induced currents(GIC) would cause overheating in a power transformer.
Keywords :
Circuit faults; Clamps; Current measurement; Laboratories; Magnetic cores; Magnetic field measurement; Oil insulation; Power transformers; Probes; Transformer cores;
Journal_Title :
Power Apparatus and Systems, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TPAS.1985.318916
