Transformer Internal Faults Simulation

Abstract

This paper presents a novel method of modeling internal faults in a power transformer. The method leads to a model which is compatible with commercial phasor-based software packages. Consequently; it enables calculation of fault currents in any branch of the network due to a winding fault of a power transformer. These currents can be used for evaluation of protective relays' performance and can lead to better setting of protective functions.

Keywords

• transformers
• transformer windings
• modeling
• short circuit currents
• internal fault