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IntroductionAs the scale of photovoltaic power stations continues to expand, pad - mounted transformers, as one of the key equipment, have a profound impact on the operation of the system when they fail. This paper focuses on using advanced artificial intelligence algorithms and integrating data analysis technology to improve the accuracy and efficiency of fault diagnosis for pad - mounted transformers in photovoltaic power stations, and to build a solid technical foundation for the safe and sta

I. Core Cause of Damage: Electrodynamic Impact (Complying with GB/T 1094.5 / IEC 60076-5)The direct cause of high-voltage winding end collapse is the instantaneous electrodynamic impact induced by short-circuit current. When a single-phase grounding fault occurs in the system (such as lightning overvoltage, insulation breakdown, etc.), the grounding transformer, as the fault current path, withstands high-amplitude and steep-rise-rate short-circuit currents. According to Ampère's force

1 Theoretical AnalysisIn distribution networks, grounding transformers serve two key roles: powering low - voltage loads and connecting arc - suppression coils at neutrals for grounding protection. Grounding faults, the most common distribution network fault, heavily impact transformers’ operating characteristics, causing sharp changes in electromagnetic parameters and status.To study transformers’ dynamic behaviors under single - phase grounding faults, build this model: Ass

The neutral grounding mode refers to the connection between the power system neutral point and ground. In China's 35 kV and below systems, common methods include ungrounded neutral, arc-suppression coil grounding, and small-resistance grounding. The ungrounded mode is widely used as it allows short-term operation during single-phase grounding faults, while small-resistance grounding has become mainstream for its fast fault removal and overvoltage limitation. Many substations install grounding tr

As a professional engaged in power system operations, I recognize that medium-voltage (MV) switchgear plays a pivotal role in power distribution, metering, and protection. Ensuring its operational safety and reliability is critical—any malfunction can severely disrupt the entire power system. To enhance reliability, we must prioritize design-level optimizations, enabling MV switchgear to fulfill its functions and safeguard grid stability.1. Definition of Medium-Voltage SwitchgearIn my

Inability to Push In or Withdraw the Draw-out CarriageThe main manifestation is difficulty in inserting the carriage, which may cause equipment damage and threaten production when severe. The causes and countermeasures are shown in Table 1.The circuit - breaker fails to close. It manifests as the closing core actuating but the circuit - breaker not closing successfully; or the closing core not actuating, which shows that the control circuit of the circuit - breaker is open - circuited or the mec

In power system operation and maintenance, we have found that 35kV and 10kV indoor vacuum circuit breakers, as core primary equipment of high-voltage switchgear, are widely used in main grid and user substations due to their high reliability and low maintenance workload. From daily inspections and live detection to routine maintenance, vacuum circuit breakers always remain our key focus, as their operational quality is directly related to the stability and reliability of the power system. This p

ZN63A Indoor AC High-Voltage Vacuum Circuit BreakerThe ZN63A indoor AC high-voltage vacuum circuit breaker is a three-phase AC 50 Hz, 12 kV indoor device, used for starting, stopping, controlling, and protecting high-voltage motors of 10,000-ton free forging presses. AC high-voltage vacuum circuit breakers play a critical role in enterprise production. Timely and accurate resolution of their faults to quickly restore production is essential for enterprise development. During the start/stop of hi

A vacuum circuit breaker is a type of circuit breaker in which both the arc - extinguishing medium and the insulating medium in the gap between the contacts after arc - extinction are vacuum. As a protection and control unit for power equipment and power - driven equipment in industrial and mining enterprises, indoor AC high - voltage vacuum circuit breakers have diverse applications and can be installed in fixed cabinets, middle - mounted cabinets, and double - layer cabinets. As a crucial elec

VS1 Indoor High - Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breaker Fault Analysis and Improvement MeasuresThe VS1 indoor high - voltage vacuum circuit breaker is an indoor switching device used in 12 kV power systems. Due to its excellent performance, it is especially suitable for places that require frequent operation at rated working current or multiple interruptions of short - circuit current. The operating mechanism of the VS1 indoor high - voltage vacuum circuit breaker is integrated with the circuit breaker