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Seismic Analysis of Transformer using Different Mode Combination Methods

Author(s):

Gargi Sinvhal , FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING, MAHARAJA SAYAJIRAO UNIVERSITY OF BARODA; G S Grewal, ELECTRICAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION; V R Patel, FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING, MAHARAJA SAYAJIRAO UNIVERSITY OF BARODA

Keywords:

Transformer, Response Spectrum, ANSYS, SRSS, CQC, ROSENBLUETH

Abstract

A transformer is a major equipment of electrical power system. Its proper functioning is essential for uninterrupted power supply. Certain past observations have revealed that transformers are more vulnerable to earthquakes as compared to other power equipment. An in depth study of the behavior of transformer, its stressing, and deformation in critical parts is extremely essential. A 33kVA transformer was analyzed for seismic effects using the Response Spectrum Method and the design response acceleration curve. The finite element based software ANSYS was used to analyze the structure; using three different mode combination methods, i.e. SRSS, CQC and ROSENBLUETH. The main purpose of the study, being to compare the relative predictions of the three mode combination methods for the state of stress and component deformation in the transformer.

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Paper ID: IJSRDV3I40456
Published in: Volume : 3, Issue : 4
Publication Date: 01/07/2015
Page(s): 773-777

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