Optical sensor for monitoring of high voltage electric transformers

Rahmat A. Shoureshi; Virdi Permana

doi:10.1117/12.624106

15 September 2005 Optical sensor for monitoring of high voltage electric transformers

Rahmat A. Shoureshi, Virdi Permana

Proceedings Volume 5907, Photonic Devices and Algorithms for Computing VII; 590704 (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.624106
Event: Optics and Photonics 2005, 2005, San Diego, California, United States

Abstract

Abstract-Transformers are a vital part of transmission and distribution systems. Monitoring the transformers for problems before they occur can prevent faults that are costly to fix and result in a loss of service. Current systems can provide information about the state of a transformer, but are very expensive to implement. This paper outlines a new approach that is based using light absorbance to monitor the transformer oil. Oil is continually sampled from the transformer, and light is passed through the oil and tested for absorbance. Preliminary experiments demonstrated that a system based on one wavelength could determine the difference between an acceptable or unacceptable sample of oil. Samples of transformer oil were failed in controlled failure modes, which showed a general increase in absorbance during the experiment. Additional wavelengths can be measured, which provides more information about the state of the transformer and makes the system more versatile in determining fault types. All the equipment necessary for the prototype system is outlined, as well as a method for analyzing the data that the prototype can provide.

Citation Download Citation

Rahmat A. Shoureshi and Virdi Permana "Optical sensor for monitoring of high voltage electric transformers", Proc. SPIE 5907, Photonic Devices and Algorithms for Computing VII, 590704 (15 September 2005); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.624106

ACCESS THE FULL ARTICLE

INSTITUTIONAL
Select your institution to access the SPIE Digital Library.

SELECT YOUR INSTITUTION

PERSONAL
Sign in with your SPIE account to access your personal subscriptions or to use specific features such as save to my library, sign up for alerts, save searches, etc.

PERSONAL SIGN IN

No SPIE Account? Create one

PURCHASE THIS CONTENT

SUBSCRIBE TO DIGITAL LIBRARY

50 downloads per 1-year subscription

Members: $195

Non-members: $335 ADD TO CART

25 downloads per 1 - year subscription

Members: $145

Non-members: $250 ADD TO CART

PURCHASE SINGLE ARTICLE

Includes PDF, HTML & Video, when available