Estimation of Hydropower Generator Parameters Through Field Simulations of Standard Tests

Four standard test procedures-the three phase short-circuit test , the field decrement test, the slip test, and the applied voltage test-for estimation of synchronous generator parameters have been implemented in a time-stepping finite-element software. In this paper, the main features of the implementation and the postprocessing of data are described. The validity of the application is demonstrated by comparison with test results from the commissioning of a large hydropower generator. The method is shown to be effective in estimating most parameters. Better representation of the exciter and the interpole connections of the damper circuit is believed to enhance the compliance even further.