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Fault warning device using fiber-optic partial discharge sensor for prevention of destructive arc faults in metal-clad electrical switchgear and bus. [Semiannual report, May 1 - October 31, 1999]

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/763188· OSTI ID:763188
Progress made and problems encountered so far is discussed with reference to the Statement of Work which was submitted as part of the grant application. This work plan breaks down the project into fourteen numbered tasks grouped into three phases: Development of Improved Sensor Materials (Phase 1), Laboratory Testing of Improved Prototype on 15 kV Switchgear (Phase 2),and Field Testing of Beta Prototype and Start of Commercialization (Phase 3).
Research Organization:
Forsyth Electro-Optics, Inc., Philadelphia, PA (US)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE) (US)
DOE Contract Number:
FG36-99GO10410
OSTI ID:
763188
Report Number(s):
DOE/GO/10410-S
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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