Superconducting matrix fault current limiter with current-driven trigger mechanism
Patent
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OSTI ID:936237
- Albany, NY
A modular and scalable Matrix-type Fault Current Limiter (MFCL) that functions as a "variable impedance" device in an electric power network, using components made of superconducting and non-superconducting electrically conductive materials. An inductor is connected in series with the trigger superconductor in the trigger matrix and physically surrounds the superconductor. The current surge during a fault will generate a trigger magnetic field in the series inductor to cause fast and uniform quenching of the trigger superconductor to significantly reduce burnout risk due to superconductor material non-uniformity.
- Research Organization:
- Super Power, Inc
- Sponsoring Organization:
- United States Department of Energy
- DOE Contract Number:
- FC36-03GO13033
- Assignee:
- Super Power, Inc
- Patent Number(s):
- 7,359,164
- Application Number:
- 10/877,838
- OSTI ID:
- 936237
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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