Power systems today operate in an environment where reliability and safety must be maintained despite rising loads, expanding interconnections, and increasing dependence on distributed energy ...

Abstract: This paper presents a novel protection scheme for networked microgrids using Voltage-Accelerated Directional Overcurrent Relays (VADOCRs). The proposed scheme addresses the challenges of ...

In this EC&M Tech Talk Randy Barnett discusses in five different sections the concepts and rules of overcurrent protection. Overcurrent protective devices include the fuses and circuit breakers ...

The CBCF/SiBCN composite is characterized by its lightweight and porous structure, featuring a visible heat-leading layer in its cross-section. Microscopic analysis reveals that the ceramic matrix ...

Abstract: This paper proposes a voltage-accelerated directional overcurrent relay (VADOCR) based protection scheme for microgrids. The reduction in the fault current because of the domination of ...

The bq24314C is a highly integrated circuit designed to provide protection to Li-ion batteries from failures of the charging circuit. The IC continuously monitors the input voltage, the input current, ...