High Voltage Engineering is a specialized field of electrical engineering that focuses on the principles, design, testing, and application of high voltage systems. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of electrical insulation systems, breakdown mechanisms, generation and measurement of high voltages, and overvoltage protection. It also covers modern advancements in high-voltage technology, including applications in power transmission, distribution, and industrial systems.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Understand the fundamental principles of high-voltage engineering and insulation materials.
Analyze different breakdown mechanisms in gases, liquids, and solids.
Learn methods for generating and measuring high voltages.
Evaluate the performance and reliability of insulation systems.
Study lightning and switching overvoltages, as well as surge protection techniques.
Explore applications of high-voltage engineering in power systems and industry.
Course Topics:
Introduction to High Voltage Engineering
Importance of high voltage in power systems
Applications in power transmission, testing, and industry
Breakdown Mechanisms
Breakdown in gases: Townsend and Streamer theory
Breakdown in liquids and solids
Partial discharge and its effects
Generation of High Voltages
AC, DC, and impulse voltage generation techniques
Cascade transformers and rectifier circuits
Marx generators for impulse voltage generation
Measurement of High Voltages
Electrostatic and potential dividers
Sphere gaps and peak voltage measurement
Digital techniques for high-voltage measurement
Insulation Systems and Testing
Properties of insulating materials
Testing of dielectric strength
Insulation coordination in power systems
Overvoltage Phenomena and Protection
Lightning overvoltages and protection methods
Switching overvoltages and surge arresters
Insulation coordination in substations
High Voltage Equipment and Applications
High-voltage cables, transformers, and switchgear
Gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) and substations
High-voltage DC (HVDC) transmission systems
Modern Trends in High Voltage Engineering
Smart grids and high-voltage applications
Advanced materials for insulation
Condition monitoring and diagnostics
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion, students will:
Gain theoretical and practical knowledge of high-voltage systems.
Develop skills in testing and analyzing insulation performance.
Apply principles of high-voltage generation and measurement.
Understand the impact of overvoltages and protection strategies.
Explore emerging technologies in high-voltage engineering.
Target Audience:
Electrical and power engineering students
Professionals working in power transmission and distribution
Researchers and engineers interested in high-voltage applications
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