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Firing of series connected thyristors in hvdc converters

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OSTI ID:6074324

The use of thyristors for hvdc converters has been considered as a serious possibility and it is a general opinion that in the not too distant future, thyristors should begin to replace mercury arc valves in hvdc schemes. Higher cost of thyristors is considered at present, as the major factor standing against their use. It is also accepted that their use in hvdc schemes would involve a lage number in series to attain the voltage ratings of the order of 100 kV.

OSTI ID:
6074324
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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