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What is the name given to the large transformers used in transmission systems to step up and step down?
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What is theadvantage of DC transmission?
(1) For a given load there are less losses along a d.c. transmission line. (2) There are no synchronisation problems when linking independent a.c. grid systems. (3) There are no a.c. capacitive-loss currents in d.c. undersea cables, whose capacitance is large, due to closeness of line conductors.
Why secondary windings of current transformers are shorted?
Current transformers (CTs) -together with voltage (or potential) transformers- are 'instrument transformers'. CTs are used to enable large currents flowing in high-voltage systems to be measured, while electrically-isolating the ammeter (termed a 'burden') from the h.v. system. They are also used to monitor h.v. currents for high-voltage protection systems. Before disconnecting its burden, the secondary of a CT must be short-circuited, and remain short-circuited until after the burden has been replaced. This is because a dangerously-high voltage will appear across the open terminals of any energised CT.
Why do transmission lines use alternating current?
Transmission lines use alternating current in order to support stepping-up and stepping-down of the voltage with transformers. Voltage is stepped-up at the power station, sent over the transmission lines, and stepped-down at the receiver. (This is a simplified explanation.) By stepping-up, you reduce the current carrying requirement of the lines, and they can thus be smaller.You could not do this with direct current as transformers only work for alternating current.
How are step up transformers used in the transmission of electric energy?
Step-up Transformers used in the transmission of electrical energy increase the voltage going over Transmission Lines (over 100,000 Volts). For a given amount of POWER to be Transmitted, the higher the Voltage, the LOWER the CURRENT. This reduces the amount of Power LOST to the Resistance of the Transmission Lines. Power Lost is calculated by the Formula: POWER Lost = I2 x R, where I=Current and R=Resistance So, the lower the Current (I), the lower the transmission line losses. At the end of the Transmission Path the Voltage is "Stepped Down" to a value usable for the Customer, usually (220 volts for Residential use in the USA).
How do you preserve a spare power transformer?
Small electrical transformers typically are stored in a cool, dry environment to reduce insulation deterioration. Large transformers are typically stored in a similar way, however they are usually only stored for short periods are demand for large transformers is very high and power companies usually find uses for them rapidly.
What is the benefit of electrical transformer?
It is used to transform the power. It is dived into two types...Step UPStep DOwnand again it is classifed into 2 based on voltage to transform or current.AnswerThe benefit is straightforward. Without transformers, electricity transmission and distribution would be impossible. For the transmission of electrical energy, very large voltages are required, and the only efficient and economic way of doing this is with transformers.
What is theadvantage of DC transmission?
(1) For a given load there are less losses along a d.c. transmission line. (2) There are no synchronisation problems when linking independent a.c. grid systems. (3) There are no a.c. capacitive-loss currents in d.c. undersea cables, whose capacitance is large, due to closeness of line conductors.
What are the applications of autotransformer?
Power transformers may be step-up or step-down. Distribution transformers are step-down. Isolation transformers are 1:1 ration transformers. Matching transformers are used in electronic circuits for impedence matching purposes. Instrument transformers are used to measure high-voltage voltages and currents or to operate protective systems.
What does the three phase transmission system do?
A transmission system is that part of the electricity supply system that transfers bulk energy, at very high voltages, from centres of generation (often located in remote locations) to centres of load (e.g. large towns). From that point onwards, it is known as the distribution system, which operates at voltages below transmission-level voltages.All transmission/distribution systems operate are three-phase systems because, for a given load, a three-phase system uses less copper than single phase, and is therefore more economical.
What breed of dog was in Transformers?
If you are talking about the large dogs they are mastiffs
Why secondary windings of current transformers are shorted?
Current transformers (CTs) -together with voltage (or potential) transformers- are 'instrument transformers'. CTs are used to enable large currents flowing in high-voltage systems to be measured, while electrically-isolating the ammeter (termed a 'burden') from the h.v. system. They are also used to monitor h.v. currents for high-voltage protection systems. Before disconnecting its burden, the secondary of a CT must be short-circuited, and remain short-circuited until after the burden has been replaced. This is because a dangerously-high voltage will appear across the open terminals of any energised CT.
Why 3phase line used in transmission?
owing to its advantages of carrying large amount of power compared to the remaining systems .. 3 ph is widely used.
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optimus and jetfire combined
Why do transmission lines use alternating current?
Transmission lines use alternating current in order to support stepping-up and stepping-down of the voltage with transformers. Voltage is stepped-up at the power station, sent over the transmission lines, and stepped-down at the receiver. (This is a simplified explanation.) By stepping-up, you reduce the current carrying requirement of the lines, and they can thus be smaller.You could not do this with direct current as transformers only work for alternating current.
Why are high-quality transformers wound with large diameter wire?
To lower the I2R losses
How are step up transformers used in the transmission of electric energy?
Step-up Transformers used in the transmission of electrical energy increase the voltage going over Transmission Lines (over 100,000 Volts). For a given amount of POWER to be Transmitted, the higher the Voltage, the LOWER the CURRENT. This reduces the amount of Power LOST to the Resistance of the Transmission Lines. Power Lost is calculated by the Formula: POWER Lost = I2 x R, where I=Current and R=Resistance So, the lower the Current (I), the lower the transmission line losses. At the end of the Transmission Path the Voltage is "Stepped Down" to a value usable for the Customer, usually (220 volts for Residential use in the USA).
How do you preserve a spare power transformer?
Small electrical transformers typically are stored in a cool, dry environment to reduce insulation deterioration. Large transformers are typically stored in a similar way, however they are usually only stored for short periods are demand for large transformers is very high and power companies usually find uses for them rapidly.
