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A Review on Cascade Tripping and Islanding Scheme
Abstract: Large black outs typically involve sophisticated and cascading chains of events. Giant blackout though sporadic, is expensive to society with estimates of direct prices up to billions of bucks. There also are indirect prices like attainable social disruptions and also the propagation of failures into different infrastructures like communications, water system, fossil fuel and transportation. The very important importance of electrical power to our society motivates continuing attention to maintaining …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 24–27 Read article
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DC Power Flow Analysis as a Tool for the Study and Design of Multi-Terminal Electrical Grids
Abstract: The development and deployment of high voltage power electronic apparatus for the support and functioning of optimal operation and management of electrical grid networks is dependent on the progress of high power capacity semiconductor technology that has seen a rising trend over the past few years. These grids have certain different characteristics such as full or partial deregulation of their networks. These characteristics have advanced their application in many HVDC …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Optimal Capacity of Pump Storage System for Standalone Green Microgrid Interconnection with Main Grid in Deregulated Power Sector
Abstract: The energy crisis requires more generation capability, and is more importance to the storage technologies. To overcome this shortage of energy, pump storage system is used in the power system with great storing capacity up to this time. The isolated or regional grid in remote areas probably depends on renewable power sources such as wind; solar, geothermal, tidal, etc. with its availability is the main power resources. It is quite …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 100–114 Read article
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Bloom Box Powered Electrical Vehicle with Carbon Nanotubes Wound Motor Drive Train
Abstract: The electrical energy is the main concern to run of an electrical vehicle. This electrical energy isgenerally obtained from a bank of batteries. These batteries require lot of space, and they areheavier. These facts affect the performance and efficiency of an electrical vehicle. Bloom boxcan utilize both fossil (natural gas) and renewable (stream air) sources to produce electricity. Itsoperation is noiseless. It can supply higher energy although it is smaller …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 31–42 Read article
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A Novel Algorithm for an Optimal Reconfiguration of a Power Distribution System
Abstract: This paper presents a new optimization method based on the Hybrid Symbiotic organism Search Algorithm (HSOS) for the reconfiguration of a power distribution network for minimizing active power losses and maximizing voltage at each node. The HSOS method is a new metaheuristic algorithm that improves the Symbiotic organism Search (SOS) algorithm. This new technique is a combination of the SOS and the PSO (Particle Swarm Optimization) algorithm. It is applied …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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The Energization Transients of 6-Pulse Rectifier Circuits
Abstract: This paper addresses the energization transients of 6-pulse rectifier circuits. It applies anefficient representation of the diodes in order to describe their performance in both theforward and reverse directions. Without any loss of generality, the suggested method isapplied to the classical un-controlled six-valve full-wave rectifier bridge configuration. Theeffect of the load resistance, the eventual presence of smoothing shunt-capacitors and seriesinductors as well as the waveform of the supply voltage is …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 18–30 Read article
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Image Processing in Face Recognition Attendance System
Abstract: The uniqueness or individuality of a person's face is the example of 1’s identification. On this project face of a person is used for the cause of attendance making robotically. Attendance of the pupil could be very essential for every college, university, and college. Conventional methodology for taking attendance is by calling the call or roll a wide variety of the scholar and the attendance is recorded. Time intake for …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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Design and Analysis of a 100 kWp Grid Connected PV Solar Plant at a Coastal Area of Bangladesh
Abstract: In Bangladesh, the usage of electricity is continuously increasing. Govt. is also trying to increase the electricity production by installing new power plants to meet the additional power demands. Most of the power plants are natural gas-based, coal-based or nuclear power-based. Considering the greenhouse effect; solar power plants could be one of the best solutions to meet the additional power demands as well as it has a lot of financial …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Impacts of Power Quality Issues in Electrical Distribution System
Abstract: The adoption of new modern technology and advance electronic equipment, energy saving methods, barriers, adopting of sustainable energy arrangements, generator power supply, invertors etc... harming the power quality of the electrical distribution system. If there is some kind divergence related to current, voltage and periodic at the load side that results in failure of consumer side equipment. In this paper we are going to discuss some factors which leads to …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 40–47 Read article
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Analysis of Low Power Data Server in Distributed Environments
Abstract: The delta air temperature of a server farm is straightforwardly connected with the proficiency of the cooling framework. In the event that the temperature can be raised without critical adverse consequences on the power utilization and lifetime dependability of the IT supplies, the server farm cooling can be more proficient and the expense of activity can be decreased. In this work, we dissect the power upward and dependability loss of …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 36–43 Read article
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Power Factor Improvement of Boost PFC Converter for Street Light Application
Abstract: Street lighting is an integral part of urban infrastructure, ensuring public safety and urban development. The conventional street lighting systems often exhibit poor power factor characteristics, leading to inefficient energy usage and increased electricity costs. This paper presents a study focused on enhancing the power factor of a Boost Power Factor Correction (PFC) converter tailored specifically for street light applications. The Light Emitting Diode (LED) streetlights powered by AC sources …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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CFD simulation of methane flow through an orifice plate
Abstract: In this paper the effects of errors in the flow rate and discharge coefficient when Methane (CH4) flow through orifice plates with flange tapping has been investigated by the Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). The location of vena- contracta was also estimated from CFD simulations. Outcomes of the CFD simulations are in terms of profiles of pressure and velocity. In this study a numerical investigation of the flow characteristics behavior caused …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Rheology and Flow Properties of Fracturing Gels in Straight and Coiled Tubing
Abstract: This study involves experimental investigation of rheological and hydraulic characteristics of aqueous based polymeric and surfactant fluids in straight and coiled tubing. The fluids matrix includes guar, HPG, PHPA, welan, xanthan, and surfactant. Bohlin rheometer was used to evaluate rheological and viscoelastic characteristics. For hydraulic characteristics, small- and large-scale flow loops were used. It is observed that all fluids exhibit comparable non-Newtonian behavior and improved viscous and elastic properties. Among …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 27–43 Read article
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Productivity of Hydraulically Fractured Calcite Rich Shale Reservoirs Enhanced by Acid
Abstract: The current low oil prices have highlighted the need for enhancement to current production from shale formations. Prolonging the production life and increasing productivity of the fracture network in the shale plays can be a way to improve the economics. Many shale wells, drilled and completed based on current completion strategies, show sharp decline after initial flash production. One of the reasons behind this can be attributed to closure of …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 54–68 Read article
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Analysis and Application of New Acid Fracturing Technology for Carbonate Reservoir in Offshore Deep Well with High Temperature
Abstract: Acid fracturing is the key production and stimulation technology for the oil-gas reservoirs. This paper developed Loss Control Acid and Divert Acid System used in the Bohai Bay Nan-pu oilfield Ordovician carbonate reservoir, which has the problems of deep reservoir burial depth, high temperature, well developed fracture and cavern and high anisotropy. This formation used to be acid fractured with gelled acid and it responded poorly. It also has a …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 50–62 Read article
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Heat Integration of Crude Organic Distillation Unit using ASPEN PINCH
Abstract: chemical and petrochemical plants. In this article, the heat integration of crude organic distillation unit was elucidated with pinch analysis and ASPEN pinch simulating tool. Minimum utilities are calculated by constructing composite curves, shifted composite curves, grand composite curves and using problem table algorithm. Simulation studies include the effect of ΔTmin on hot and cold utilities requirement. Further Exergy losses are calculated by constructing Carnot composite curves and Carnot grand …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 35–46 Read article
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Underbalanced Drilling and Its Advancements: An Overview
Abstract: Ever increasing global energy demand associated with depletion of conventional hydrocarbon resources drives exploration and production (E&P) industry to invent advanced new technologies in frontier areas of drilling, production and reservoir engineering to enhance hydrocarbon production from unconventional resources or depleted reservoirs. Demand to produce from a low pressure marginal reservoir and the discoveries of naturally fractured reservoirs lead to the development of new drilling techniques like underbalanced drilling along …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 37–51 Read article
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A Cyclic Injection of High Temperature N2-foam in Fuyv Reservoir
Abstract: Steam stimulation has already been proved as an important thermal recovery technology. In Daqing, the development and management of high-heterogeneous heavy oil reservoirs plays an important role in stabilizing the oil output. To combine the good features of steam injection and cyclic injection, a cyclic steam flooding has been conducted in the Fuyv reservoir, Daqing. This paper is to present a detailed process of the cyclic-steam injection. The target Fuyv …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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An Overview of Recent Advances in Viscoelastic Surfactant based Fracturing Fluid Technology
Abstract: High percentages of oil and gas wells are hydraulically fractured worldwide in order to make economically producible at an efficient production rate. Cross-linked polymer fluids are in use for decades to stimulate oil and gas wells. Even though these fluids exhibit exceptional viscosity, thermal stability, proppant transportability and fluid leak-off control; extensive formation damage by polymer residues demanded a clean fracturing fluid technology. New generation of fracturing fluids based upon …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 11–25 Read article
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Study the Rheological and Filtration Properties of Oil-in-Water Emulsion for its Application in Oil and Gas Well Drilling
Abstract: This research article investigates the rheological and filtration properties of oil-in-water emulsion required for oil and gas well drilling. The rheological and filtration properties of the emulsions were enhanced by varying concentrations of xanthan gum and CaCO3. The concentration of diesel oil was varied in the range of 5–30% (v/v). The concentration of xanthan gum was varied in the range of 0.25–1% (w/v) and CaCO3 in the range of 1–4% …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 25–30 Read article