As one of the interesting optical techniques for measurements of the velocity,the spatial filtering method is treated briefly in this paper.We shown theoretical analysis and calculation of spatial filtering velocimetr...As one of the interesting optical techniques for measurements of the velocity,the spatial filtering method is treated briefly in this paper.We shown theoretical analysis and calculation of spatial filtering velocimetry,and discussed two-dimensional measurements of the velocity.About the data processing,we used A/D conversion and interfaced with a microcomputer,so that the data can be processed automatically by the microcomputer.The preliminary experiment was performed and the experimental results show the usefulness of the present method for measurements of the velocity.展开更多
A new method to reduce the reflection-induced phase between the two orthogonal components of the linearly polarized light after the reflections is presented. This kind of sensor head is easier to fabricate and adjust ...A new method to reduce the reflection-induced phase between the two orthogonal components of the linearly polarized light after the reflections is presented. This kind of sensor head is easier to fabricate and adjust than that whose internal reflection is at critical angle.展开更多
An automated multi-range multipliers（range resistors）system is established for the AC voltage measurements by using a thermal voltage converter.It is performed automatically by selecting the appropriate multiplier w...An automated multi-range multipliers（range resistors）system is established for the AC voltage measurements by using a thermal voltage converter.It is performed automatically by selecting the appropriate multiplier whose voltage range contains the voltage to be measured without changing it manually through a new designed system.It consists of control part through a micro-controller controlled by specified prepared Lab-VIEW program and switching part through electronic relays in one circuit as clearly described in this work.It is used for measuring the ac voltage in the range from 1 V to 200 V.Also,it can be used for the voltage ranges up to 1 000 V by putting some factors into consideration.The AC-DC transfer differences for these multipliers combined with thermal voltage converter are determined automatically against another standard thermal voltage converter by using another Lab-VIEW program.展开更多
This paper discusses the current state of the art of diagnostics at power transformers. A special focus is set on the UHF-PD-measurement （ultra-high-frequency partial discharge measurement） because at power transfor...This paper discusses the current state of the art of diagnostics at power transformers. A special focus is set on the UHF-PD-measurement （ultra-high-frequency partial discharge measurement） because at power transformers, this diagnostic method has become more important in recent years. The current state, basics and principles of operations, proceedings as well as advantages of PD-measurement methods are covered. Furthermore problems and proposed solutions are discussed. Bushings and tap changers are not discussed in detail. In many cases, one single diagnostic method does not have the ability to sufficiently evaluate a power transformer. Therefore, a variety of diagnostic methods came up over times, which are commonly used by now. To expand the evaluation opportunities of power transformers, science strives to develop new diagnostic methods as well as to improve the existing ones. Furthermore, environmentally friendly and hardly inflammable ester liquids are examined for the use at power transformers and PD-measurement at HVDC （high voltage direct current） converter transformers as well. Potential diagnostic options and respectively current developments and findings in the field of oil-paper-insulation systems are outlined conclusively.展开更多
This paper presents the characteristics of a double helix capacitance sensor for measurement of the liquid holdup in horizontal oil–water two-phase flow. The finite element method is used to calculate the sensitivity...This paper presents the characteristics of a double helix capacitance sensor for measurement of the liquid holdup in horizontal oil–water two-phase flow. The finite element method is used to calculate the sensitivity field of the sensor in a pipe with 20 mm inner diameter and the effect of sensor geometry on the distribution of sensitivity field is presented. Then, a horizontal oil–water two-phase flow experiment is carried out to measure the response of the double helix capacitance sensor, in which a novel method is proposed to calibrate the liquid holdup based on three pairs of parallel-wire capacitance probes. The performance of the sensor is analyzed in terms of the flow structures detected by mini-conductance array probes.展开更多
This paper proposes a parameter determination method of distribution voltage regulators load ratio control transformers （LRT） and step voltage regulators （SVR） considering the tap change and voltage profile. The m...This paper proposes a parameter determination method of distribution voltage regulators load ratio control transformers （LRT） and step voltage regulators （SVR） considering the tap change and voltage profile. The method takes two procedures in order to simplify the optimization problem and to reduce calculation time. One is to simultaneously determine the control parameters of LRT and SVR minimizing voltage violations and voltage variations. The algorithm is based on particle swarm optimization （PSO）, which is one of non-linear optimization methods by using a concept of swarm intelligence. Another is to determine the dead-band width of LRT and SVR on the basis of bi-evaluation of tap change and voltage margin. The concept of a Pareto optimal solution is used for the decision of the best dead-band width. As the results of numerical simulations using distribution network model, the validity of the proposed method has been affirmed.展开更多
A high resolution speed and position identification algorithm, suitable for brushless DC drives, is presented in this paper. In particular, the algorithm is proposed for BLDC （brushless DC） machines that are charact...A high resolution speed and position identification algorithm, suitable for brushless DC drives, is presented in this paper. In particular, the algorithm is proposed for BLDC （brushless DC） machines that are characterized by an un-ideal trapezoidal emfs shape. The algorithm, which is developed basing upon the MRAS technique （model reference adaptive system） and the Popov＇s hyperstability criterion, guarantees the convergence of the estimated rotor speed and position signals to their corresponding actual values. The identification procedure can be performed starting from the knowledge of low resolution rotor position signals, phase currents and the BLDC emfs shape. The identification algorithm is properly tested on a BLDC drive controlled by a predictive algorithm, by performing a simulation study in the Matlab-Simulink environment. The corresponding results have highlighted the effectiveness of the proposed sensorless predictive control system, at both low and high speed operation.展开更多
For the discrete-time system which is subjected to uncoupled actuator faults and sensor faults simultaneously,a robust fault diagnosis method based on a proportional integral observer (PIO) is presented.The proposed P...For the discrete-time system which is subjected to uncoupled actuator faults and sensor faults simultaneously,a robust fault diagnosis method based on a proportional integral observer (PIO) is presented.The proposed PIO uses an additionally introduced integral term of the output errors to obtain the estimationof actuator faults. Besides, the sensor faults are regarded as the augment states so that the PIO cantrace them. Moreover, the convergence of the PIO is proved. A variable speed wind turbine(VWT) exampleis given to demonstrate the fast convergence and diagnosis precision of the proposed PIO.展开更多
Herein we report a highly sensitive filter-less fluorescence detection method using an APD （avalanche photodiode）. Experimental measurements using the proposed APD-based highly sensitive fluorescence detection metho...Herein we report a highly sensitive filter-less fluorescence detection method using an APD （avalanche photodiode）. Experimental measurements using the proposed APD-based highly sensitive fluorescence detection method exhibits the sensing capability to detect an excitation light and a fluorescence light without band pass filter or grating. The principle of this APD-based highly fluorescence detection method is used the varying multiplication ratio that is decided by wavelength. The wavelength controls running distance of photo-excited carrier by absorption coefficients, and this element decide multiplication ratio on fixed high electrical field. In fluorescence detection, they use two types of light： excitation light and fluorescence light. These lights have different wavelengths and make different multiplication ratio as well. Thus this method can separate two types of light easily by using multiplication ratios of APD without band pass filters/gratings. In this experiment, the excitation light is LED （light emitting diode） and fluorescence light occurs from FITC （fluorescein isothiocyanate） with ethanol. The FITC concentration changes from 0.1 μmol/L to 10 mmol/L. In this measurement circuit, we employ APD （S2385）, power supply voltage, and pico ampere current meter. As a result, these lights are correctly separated by using multiplication ratio with calculation at every concentration FITCs.展开更多
When measuring the surface subsidence of unstable areas such as railroad beds and large construction fields, it is not practical to always find stable positions to install measurement instruments. Yet installing those...When measuring the surface subsidence of unstable areas such as railroad beds and large construction fields, it is not practical to always find stable positions to install measurement instruments. Yet installing those instruments in unstable positions will cause measurement errors or even the complete failure of long-term subsidence surveillance. In this paper, the innovative concept and its method of "displacement-relay videometrics" are proposed. With the method, a double-headed camera is designed, and two constraints, the "fixation constraint" and the "homologous constraint", are established to construct the displacement-relay measurement equations, which can concurrently give the subsidence of the points to be measured and the positions where the cameras are fixed. The method and its measurement system are thus capable of automatically measuring the surface subsidence under the condition that the cameras are mounted on unstable locations over long durations. Therefore, the method has the broad prospect of undertaking automatic, long-term and continuous measurement for surface subsidence in engineering projects such as railroad beds, bridges and the ground beds of tall buildings. The proposed method opens a new area that cameras can be mounted on unstable platform to make high accuracy measurements, which is of great significance for applications.展开更多
Based on the data from the Medium-Energy Proton and Electron Detector （MEPED） onboard NOAA-17, 141 anomalies of a Chinese Sun-Synchronous satellite （SSO-X） that occurred between 02/01/2010 and 09/31/2012 were stud...Based on the data from the Medium-Energy Proton and Electron Detector （MEPED） onboard NOAA-17, 141 anomalies of a Chinese Sun-Synchronous satellite （SSO-X） that occurred between 02/01/2010 and 09/31/2012 were studied statistically. About 26 out of the 52 anomalies that occurred outside the South Atlantic Anomaly （SAA） were accompanied by energetic electron storms. Superposed Epoch Analysis （SEA） was used to analyze the properties of the anomalies and the dynamics of the space environments during these 26 events. Then, a Monte Carlo method was utilized to simulate the electron deposition and the interactions of the injected electrons with an aluminum shield and polyethylene dielectric. The average, median, and 75tb percentile values of the maximum electric field strength inside the dielectric were calculated. The results showed the tbl- lowing. （1） SSO-X anomalies are more likely to occur within the SAA, as 89 out of 141 anomalies （63%） occurred there. （2） Twenty-six of the anomalies that occurred outside the SAA during energetic electron storms were located near the outer boundaries of the outer radiation belts, and these were more frequent in the Southern Hemisphere than in the Northern Hemi- sphere. （3） Electron flux enhancements occurred around the failure time at all energy levels but were more profound in the lower energy channels. The maximum fluxes of electrons 〉30 keV, 〉100 keV, and 〉300 keV were 106, 3.5x10s, and 1.2×10^6 cm 2 s^-1 · sr ^-1, respectively. （4） The average, median, and 75th percentile values of the maximum electric field strengths inside the dielectric for the aforementioned 26 events remained in the range from 106 to 107 V/m for long time periods, which sug- gests that the ＇potential hazards＇ of internal discharges cause SSO-X anomalies. The above results can provide useful infor- mation for the design and protection of sun-synchronous spacecraft.展开更多
文摘As one of the interesting optical techniques for measurements of the velocity,the spatial filtering method is treated briefly in this paper.We shown theoretical analysis and calculation of spatial filtering velocimetry,and discussed two-dimensional measurements of the velocity.About the data processing,we used A/D conversion and interfaced with a microcomputer,so that the data can be processed automatically by the microcomputer.The preliminary experiment was performed and the experimental results show the usefulness of the present method for measurements of the velocity.
文摘A new method to reduce the reflection-induced phase between the two orthogonal components of the linearly polarized light after the reflections is presented. This kind of sensor head is easier to fabricate and adjust than that whose internal reflection is at critical angle.
文摘An automated multi-range multipliers（range resistors）system is established for the AC voltage measurements by using a thermal voltage converter.It is performed automatically by selecting the appropriate multiplier whose voltage range contains the voltage to be measured without changing it manually through a new designed system.It consists of control part through a micro-controller controlled by specified prepared Lab-VIEW program and switching part through electronic relays in one circuit as clearly described in this work.It is used for measuring the ac voltage in the range from 1 V to 200 V.Also,it can be used for the voltage ranges up to 1 000 V by putting some factors into consideration.The AC-DC transfer differences for these multipliers combined with thermal voltage converter are determined automatically against another standard thermal voltage converter by using another Lab-VIEW program.
文摘This paper discusses the current state of the art of diagnostics at power transformers. A special focus is set on the UHF-PD-measurement （ultra-high-frequency partial discharge measurement） because at power transformers, this diagnostic method has become more important in recent years. The current state, basics and principles of operations, proceedings as well as advantages of PD-measurement methods are covered. Furthermore problems and proposed solutions are discussed. Bushings and tap changers are not discussed in detail. In many cases, one single diagnostic method does not have the ability to sufficiently evaluate a power transformer. Therefore, a variety of diagnostic methods came up over times, which are commonly used by now. To expand the evaluation opportunities of power transformers, science strives to develop new diagnostic methods as well as to improve the existing ones. Furthermore, environmentally friendly and hardly inflammable ester liquids are examined for the use at power transformers and PD-measurement at HVDC （high voltage direct current） converter transformers as well. Potential diagnostic options and respectively current developments and findings in the field of oil-paper-insulation systems are outlined conclusively.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(50974095,41174109,61104148)the National Science and Technology Major Projects(2011ZX05020-006)
文摘This paper presents the characteristics of a double helix capacitance sensor for measurement of the liquid holdup in horizontal oil–water two-phase flow. The finite element method is used to calculate the sensitivity field of the sensor in a pipe with 20 mm inner diameter and the effect of sensor geometry on the distribution of sensitivity field is presented. Then, a horizontal oil–water two-phase flow experiment is carried out to measure the response of the double helix capacitance sensor, in which a novel method is proposed to calibrate the liquid holdup based on three pairs of parallel-wire capacitance probes. The performance of the sensor is analyzed in terms of the flow structures detected by mini-conductance array probes.
文摘This paper proposes a parameter determination method of distribution voltage regulators load ratio control transformers （LRT） and step voltage regulators （SVR） considering the tap change and voltage profile. The method takes two procedures in order to simplify the optimization problem and to reduce calculation time. One is to simultaneously determine the control parameters of LRT and SVR minimizing voltage violations and voltage variations. The algorithm is based on particle swarm optimization （PSO）, which is one of non-linear optimization methods by using a concept of swarm intelligence. Another is to determine the dead-band width of LRT and SVR on the basis of bi-evaluation of tap change and voltage margin. The concept of a Pareto optimal solution is used for the decision of the best dead-band width. As the results of numerical simulations using distribution network model, the validity of the proposed method has been affirmed.
文摘A high resolution speed and position identification algorithm, suitable for brushless DC drives, is presented in this paper. In particular, the algorithm is proposed for BLDC （brushless DC） machines that are characterized by an un-ideal trapezoidal emfs shape. The algorithm, which is developed basing upon the MRAS technique （model reference adaptive system） and the Popov＇s hyperstability criterion, guarantees the convergence of the estimated rotor speed and position signals to their corresponding actual values. The identification procedure can be performed starting from the knowledge of low resolution rotor position signals, phase currents and the BLDC emfs shape. The identification algorithm is properly tested on a BLDC drive controlled by a predictive algorithm, by performing a simulation study in the Matlab-Simulink environment. The corresponding results have highlighted the effectiveness of the proposed sensorless predictive control system, at both low and high speed operation.
基金Supported by the National Science & Technology Pillar Program in the Eleventh Five-year Plan Period (No. 2007BAF10B00).
文摘For the discrete-time system which is subjected to uncoupled actuator faults and sensor faults simultaneously,a robust fault diagnosis method based on a proportional integral observer (PIO) is presented.The proposed PIO uses an additionally introduced integral term of the output errors to obtain the estimationof actuator faults. Besides, the sensor faults are regarded as the augment states so that the PIO cantrace them. Moreover, the convergence of the PIO is proved. A variable speed wind turbine(VWT) exampleis given to demonstrate the fast convergence and diagnosis precision of the proposed PIO.
文摘Herein we report a highly sensitive filter-less fluorescence detection method using an APD （avalanche photodiode）. Experimental measurements using the proposed APD-based highly sensitive fluorescence detection method exhibits the sensing capability to detect an excitation light and a fluorescence light without band pass filter or grating. The principle of this APD-based highly fluorescence detection method is used the varying multiplication ratio that is decided by wavelength. The wavelength controls running distance of photo-excited carrier by absorption coefficients, and this element decide multiplication ratio on fixed high electrical field. In fluorescence detection, they use two types of light： excitation light and fluorescence light. These lights have different wavelengths and make different multiplication ratio as well. Thus this method can separate two types of light easily by using multiplication ratios of APD without band pass filters/gratings. In this experiment, the excitation light is LED （light emitting diode） and fluorescence light occurs from FITC （fluorescein isothiocyanate） with ethanol. The FITC concentration changes from 0.1 μmol/L to 10 mmol/L. In this measurement circuit, we employ APD （S2385）, power supply voltage, and pico ampere current meter. As a result, these lights are correctly separated by using multiplication ratio with calculation at every concentration FITCs.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.11332012 and 11172323)
文摘When measuring the surface subsidence of unstable areas such as railroad beds and large construction fields, it is not practical to always find stable positions to install measurement instruments. Yet installing those instruments in unstable positions will cause measurement errors or even the complete failure of long-term subsidence surveillance. In this paper, the innovative concept and its method of "displacement-relay videometrics" are proposed. With the method, a double-headed camera is designed, and two constraints, the "fixation constraint" and the "homologous constraint", are established to construct the displacement-relay measurement equations, which can concurrently give the subsidence of the points to be measured and the positions where the cameras are fixed. The method and its measurement system are thus capable of automatically measuring the surface subsidence under the condition that the cameras are mounted on unstable locations over long durations. Therefore, the method has the broad prospect of undertaking automatic, long-term and continuous measurement for surface subsidence in engineering projects such as railroad beds, bridges and the ground beds of tall buildings. The proposed method opens a new area that cameras can be mounted on unstable platform to make high accuracy measurements, which is of great significance for applications.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.41421003)the Major Project of Chinese National Programs for Fundamental Research and Development(Grant No.2012CB825603)
文摘Based on the data from the Medium-Energy Proton and Electron Detector （MEPED） onboard NOAA-17, 141 anomalies of a Chinese Sun-Synchronous satellite （SSO-X） that occurred between 02/01/2010 and 09/31/2012 were studied statistically. About 26 out of the 52 anomalies that occurred outside the South Atlantic Anomaly （SAA） were accompanied by energetic electron storms. Superposed Epoch Analysis （SEA） was used to analyze the properties of the anomalies and the dynamics of the space environments during these 26 events. Then, a Monte Carlo method was utilized to simulate the electron deposition and the interactions of the injected electrons with an aluminum shield and polyethylene dielectric. The average, median, and 75tb percentile values of the maximum electric field strength inside the dielectric were calculated. The results showed the tbl- lowing. （1） SSO-X anomalies are more likely to occur within the SAA, as 89 out of 141 anomalies （63%） occurred there. （2） Twenty-six of the anomalies that occurred outside the SAA during energetic electron storms were located near the outer boundaries of the outer radiation belts, and these were more frequent in the Southern Hemisphere than in the Northern Hemi- sphere. （3） Electron flux enhancements occurred around the failure time at all energy levels but were more profound in the lower energy channels. The maximum fluxes of electrons 〉30 keV, 〉100 keV, and 〉300 keV were 106, 3.5x10s, and 1.2×10^6 cm 2 s^-1 · sr ^-1, respectively. （4） The average, median, and 75th percentile values of the maximum electric field strengths inside the dielectric for the aforementioned 26 events remained in the range from 106 to 107 V/m for long time periods, which sug- gests that the ＇potential hazards＇ of internal discharges cause SSO-X anomalies. The above results can provide useful infor- mation for the design and protection of sun-synchronous spacecraft.
