Series arc fault location algorithm based on impedance parameters and fault map trace generation

Calderon-Mendoza, Edwin; Schweitzer, Patrick; Vu, Hien Duc; Weber, S.

doi:10.1016/j.ijepes.2020.106652

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“…studied a system component for arc fault signal detection using 220nm bandwidth of photo multiplier tube [4] Joanna investigated why an AFCI does not detect electric spark in a circuit supplying a switch-mode power supply [5] . Edwin Calderon-Mendoza et al presented a location algorithm for series arc fault in a low-voltage indoor power line in an AC 230 V 50 Hz home network [6] . Giovanni Artale et al identified some relevant characteristics of arcing current, which can be obtained by means of low frequency spectral analysis of current signal [7] .…”

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Comparison Study of Operation Characteristics of AFCI Products

Ra¹,

Kong

2023

ijmst

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It is well known that about 80% of electric fire occurs by arc fault. The arc fault can be generated in loose wire connection or damaged wire, outlets, appliances, extension cords, etc. To mitigate the electric fire, US mandated to use Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI) since 2002. Before AFCI has been developed, Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) were used for prevention of electric shock accident but GFCIs are not able to detect arc fault that is main cause of electric fire. After AFCI requirement of US established, Canada, Europe, New Zealand also adopted the AFCI as mandatory. It is a worldwide trend to mandate AFCI in their countries. We are living in the era of changing from GFCIs to AFCIs. As the demand for AFCIs increases, many studies regarding development of AFCI products and technologies have been conducted but comparison study of operation characteristics of AFCI has not been done yet, thus in this paper we are going to conduct series of arc experiment with several AFCI products and compare their performance.

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Comparison Study of Operation Characteristics of AFCI Products

Ra¹,

Kong

2023

ijmst

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“…As a result, researchers today have proposed several methods for fault location in distribution systems, such as impedance‐based methods [2], neural networks [3], and traveling waves [4]. Fault impedance‐based methods investigate the fault location by comparing pre‐and post‐fault information in lines [5].…”

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“…As a result, researchers today have proposed several methods for fault location in distribution systems, such as impedancebased methods [2], neural networks [3], and traveling waves [4].…”

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A novel single sensor based fault/branch location method in distribution systems based on combination of game theory and Dijkstra's algorithm

Mohammadniaei

Namdari

Shakarami

et al. 2022

IET Generation Trans & Dist

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This paper proposes a branch and fault locating method based on traveling wave theory. This method requires only one sensor in the system to detect the fault location. In this method, the distribution system is assumed to be an undirected graph, with the edges and vertices representing the transmission lines and buses. In addition, the weight of each edge equals the length of the line in the system. Dijkstra's algorithm graph determines all the point candidates for fault at that distance as the fault waves enter the sensor. Subsequently, using the game theory, the fault location and branch of the system are identified out the candidate points. The proposed method is compared with other methods, and it has been proved superior in reducing costs, as well as the lack of dependency on the system's structure, the polarity of the fault wave, and the fault type.

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