R. Haettel, M. Kavasoglu, A. Daneryd and C. Ploetner, ABB, 2014-09-18
Prediction of Transformer Core Noise
Multiphysics Approach
Presentation Outline
Introduction and Background
Transformer Acoustics
Model development for Core Noise
Electromagnetic Model
Magnetostriction Implementation
Mechanical and Acoustic Models
Model Validation
Conclusion
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Product and System Examples
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Multiphysics Approach
The sound generation in ABB products requires a global understanding of the
energy conversion chain from electrical input to noise
Strong interaction among the technical fields is required
Multiphysics Approach implies strong cooperation
Noise level is an essential parameter to assess a product quality
Energy Conversion Chain from electric supply to noise
Electric
Power
supply
Electro-
magnetic
System
Forces
Mechanical
System
Vibrations
Acoustic
Environment
Noise
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Project Drivers
Costs for noise issues such as orders lost, costly modifications and overkill margins in
design
Significant advances by major competitors in noise mitigation
Increased focus on environmental issues (customer requirements)
Product development: Tools to investigate the impact of present and future requirements
and design
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Power Transformers
Power Transformers enable electricity production, transport and distribution
at the most convenient (economical) voltages
They can be considered as the “gearboxes” of the electrical grid
A power transformer is a component that receives power at one voltage and
delivers virtually the same power at another voltage
Generator
step-up
transformers
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System
transformers
Main Components in Power Transformers
Power transformers have a core to handle the magnetic flux
They have windings to lead the currents and to provide the correct voltage
The core, windings, insulation material and mechanical frame constitute the
active part
ACTIVE PART
Core
Windings
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Transformer Acoustics
Now: empirical models based on
statistics and use of fitting coefficients
Next stage: detailed analysis and
models of:
Core in air and oil
Winding in air and oil
Tank and oil interactions
Structural transmission paths
Synthesis phase in the modeling chain:
Development of a 3D-model for the
whole system
Experimental validation
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