A mechanical voltage regulator system

WO2026147438A3PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2026-08-06BASKENT ELEKTRIK DAGITIM AS +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
BASKENT ELEKTRIK DAGITIM AS
Filing Date
2025-12-18
Publication Date
2026-08-06

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Technical Problem

Existing voltage regulators in low voltage distribution systems face reliability issues due to electronic chip circuits, which are prone to failure in harsh outdoor conditions, leading to high maintenance costs and reduced lifespan.

Method used

A mechanical voltage regulator system comprising a housing panel, low-voltage protection, a molded case circuit breaker, a mains bypass selector switch, a differential transformer, an auto-transformer, and a servo motor, along with a supply circuit and protection control circuit, all without electronic chip circuits, to optimize and stabilize mains voltage to international standards.

Benefits of technology

The system provides reliable and long-lasting voltage regulation, resistant to environmental factors, with reduced failure risk and maintenance needs, ensuring compliance with international voltage standards.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a mechanical voltage regulator system comprising an auto- transformer (10) which applies a voltage proportional to the mains to a primary winding of a differential transformer (11), and a servo motor (12) which allows to replace an adjusting end of the auto-transformer (10); a supply circuit element (2) comprising a first part (2.1) comprising a transformer providing supply voltage and outlet feedback voltage of the servo motor (12) and a multiple diodes of a predetermined type and a second part (2.2) containing a multiple diodes of a predetermined type, at least one resistor in a predetermined ohm SI unit, at least one electrolyte capacitor in a predetermined Farad SI unit; a protection control circuit (6) and a circuit breaker contactor (5) set to stop system operation at high voltage and high temperature, wherein the mechanical voltage regulator system is electrically connected to the supply circuit element (2), provides regulation in the regulating structure of Zener diodes, and includes a first circuit structure (3) and a second circuit structure (4) that are electrically connected to each other.
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Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] A MECHANICAL VOLTAGE REGULATOR SYSTEM TECHNICAL FIELD

[0003] The invention relates to a mechanical voltage regulator system that enables the optimization of mains alternating current voltage and is set for use in one- and / or three-phase networks.

[0004] PRIOR ART

[0005] In the literature, voltage regulators regulate voltage unbalance and protect loads from voltage waves, usually using electronic technologies. These regulators use a microcontroller, a chip, and a transistor-based circuits, but these technologies do not offer reliability in harsh outdoor conditions. The high risk of failure of electronic circuits and the short maintenance and repair times prevent the provision of long-lasting and reliable solutions.

[0006] In the literature, the large number of components (transistors, oscillators, microcontrollers, etc.) and high-frequency operation contained in electronic chip circuits used for control circuits in voltage regulators shorten the life of the system and make it vulnerable to environmental factors (temperature, humidity, pressure).

[0007] This leads to the increased costs and reduced reliability of the system.

[0008] Consequently, all the above-mentioned problems have made it necessary to make an innovation in the relevant technical field.

[0009] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0010] The present invention relates to a mechanical voltage regulator system in order to eliminate the above-mentioned disadvantages and provide the relevant technical field with new advantages.

[0011] One object of the invention is to solve the voltage regulation problem experienced in low voltage distribution systems, as well as to provide voltage at levels in accordance with international voltage standards.Another object of the invention is to offer a voltage regulator system that does not contain electronic chip circuits and complex electronic systems, has a low risk of failure and has a long life.

[0012] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] In order to achieve all the objects mentioned above and to be revealed from the detailed explanation below, the present invention is a mechanical voltage regulator system that provides optimization of the network alternating current voltage and is adjusted to be used in one-and / or three-phase networks. Accordingly, its innovation is that it comprises a housing panel providing an environmental protection against external factors; a low- voltage protection element electrically connected in the housing panel to protect against lightning strikes, and a molded case circuit breaker to protect electrical circuits from overloads, short circuits and other electrical faults by being electrically connected to the low-voltage protection element; a mains bypass selector switch used in case of fault and maintenance, which is electrically connected to the case circuit breaker molded with the low voltage protection element; a differential transformer that is electrically connected to the mains bypass selector switch, used to perform voltage optimization, and the secondary winding of which is connected in series to the mains phase line; an auto-transformer that is electrically connected to the differential transformer, which allows a voltage proportional to the mains to be applied to the primary winding of the transformer, and a servo motor that allows replacing the adjusting end of the auto-transformer; a supply circuit electrically connected in a free compartment of an housing panel comprising a first part comprising a transformer providing supply voltage and outlet feedback voltage of the servo motor and a multiple diodes of a predetermined type and a second part containing a multiple diodes of a predetermined type, at least one resistor in a predetermined ohm SI unit, at least one electrolyte capacitor in a predetermined Farad SI unit; a protection control circuit and a circuit breaker contactor set to stop system operation at high voltage and high temperature; a first circuit structure and a second circuit structure that are electrically connected to each other, which are electrically connected to the supply circuit element, provide regulation in the regulation provider structure of Zener diodes. Thus, a system is provided that ensures that the mains AA voltage is corrected to a level in accordance with international standards. Further, a voltage regulator system is provided, which does not contain electronic chip circuits and complex electronic systems, has a low risk of failure and has a long life.An aspect of a possible embodiment of the invention is that the housing panel is mounted on electric poles or in a proximate location, made of a metallic sheet metal with a wall thickness of 1.5 mm to 3 mm and has an electrostatic paint depth of 55 to 80 mm. Thus, electrical compatibility is provided to the system structure.

[0014] Another aspect of a possible embodiment of the invention is that the second part is a bridge diode rectifier circuit. Thus, the required circuit is provided as an input to the zener reference circuit as feedback sampling of the output voltage.

[0015] An aspect of a possible embodiment of the invention is that the first circuit structure is a circuit structure comprising a resistor, a zener and a relay. Thus, a circuit structure is provided, wherein the barrier voltages and oscillation tolerance values are selected in accordance with the calculations, the servo motor is driven when the rectified output voltage reference value corresponding to the lower voltage threshold value of 219 Volt A A RMS is lowered by connecting the zener diodes with a high power value, and wherein correction is made by the servo motor, the autotransformer and the differential transformer until the output voltage reaches the reference value range, and wherein the drive mechanism of the servo motor is stopped when the output voltage falls within the reference range.

[0016] An aspect of a possible embodiment of the invention is that it includes a large number of current-limiting resistors that are electrically connected within the system. Thus, it is ensured that it is activated with the desired acceleration at different supply voltages.

[0017] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURE

[0018] Figure 1 shows a general representation of a mechanical voltage regulator system of the invention.

[0019] Figure 2 shows a circuit structure of a mechanical voltage regulator system of the invention. Figure 3 shows the continuation of Figure 2.

[0020] REFERENCE NUMBERS IN THE FIGURE

[0021] 1 Mechanical voltage regulator system

[0022] 2 Supply circuit element2.1 First part

[0023] 2.2 Second part

[0024] 3 First circuit structure

[0025] 4 Second circuit structure

[0026] 5 Circuit breaker contactor

[0027] 6 Protection control circuit

[0028] 7 Housing panel

[0029] 8 Low voltage protection element

[0030] 9 Molded case circuit breaker

[0031] 10 Auto-transformer

[0032] 11 Differential transformer

[0033] 12 Servo motor

[0034] 13 Mains bypass selector (pako) switch

[0035] 14 Current limiting resistor

[0036] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0037] In this detailed description the subject matter of the invention relates to a mechanical voltage regulator system and is described with examples only for a better understanding of the subject in a non-limiting sense.

[0038] Figure 1 shows a general representation of a mechanical voltage regulator system of the invention, and Figure 2 and Figure 3 show the circuit structure of a mechanical voltage regulator system of the invention. A mechanical voltage regulator system (1) provides optimization of mains alternating current (AA) voltage and is adjusted to be used in 1- and / or 3-phase networks. An inventive mechanical voltage regulator system (1) comprises:

[0039] a housing panel (7) which provides environmental protection against external factors, a low-voltage protection element (LV surge arrester) (8) which is electrically connected in the housing panel (7) to protect against lightning strikes and a molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) (9) to protect electrical circuits from overloads, short circuits and other electrical faults, which is electrically connected to the low-voltage protection element (8),a mains bypass selector (pako) switch (13) used in case of fault and maintenance, which is electrically connected to the case circuit breaker (9) molded with the low- voltage protection element (8),

[0040] a differential transformer (11) that is electrically connected to the mains bypass selector switch (13), used to perform voltage optimization and the secondary winding of which is connected in series to the mains phase line,

[0041] an auto-transformer (10) that is electrically connected to the differential transformer (11), which allows a voltage proportional to the mains to be applied to the primary winding of the transformer, and a servo motor (12) that replaces the adjusting end of the auto-transformer (10),

[0042] a supply circuit element (2) electrically connected in a free compartment of a housing panel (7), which comprising a first part (2.1) comprising a transformer providing supply voltage and outlet feedback voltage of the servo motor and a multiple diodes of a predetermined type and a second part (2.2) containing a multiple diodes of a predetermined type, at least one resistor in a predetermined ohm SI unit, at least one electrolyte capacitor in a predetermined Farad SI unit,

[0043] a protection control circuit (6) and a circuit breaker contactor (5) set to stop system operation at high voltage and high temperature,

[0044] a first circuit structure (3) and a second circuit structure (4) that are electrically connected to each other, which are electrically connected to the supply circuit element (2), providing regulation in the regulating structure of Zener diodes.

[0045] In this way, a system is provided that ensures that the mains AA voltage is corrected to a level in accordance with international standards. In addition, in the first part (2.1), a 15-30 V DC supply circuit required for the 24-volt DC-powered servo motor to rotate at the desired speed is provided. In the invention, the circuit breaker contactor (5) becomes the output contactor that will deactivate the regulator system when the housing temperature rises and / or high output voltages occur despite correction, and automatically reactivates the regulator when the system returns to normal operating conditions, and the protection control circuit (6) protects that contactor. In addition, the inventive system (1) does not contain any chip circuit, an oscillator, and a frequency-based circuit, a transistor-based circuit, or a chip circuit structure that requires software.It includes circuit structures (2, 3, 4, 6) created by means of long-life electrical circuit elements used before transistor technology.

[0046] In the invention, the housing panel (7) is mounted on electric poles or in a proximate location, made of a metallic sheet metal with a wall thickness of 1.5 mm to 3 mm and has an electrostatic paint depth of 55 to 80 mm. In addition, the second part (2.2) is a bridge diode rectifier circuit. In this way, the required circuit is provided as an input to the zener reference circuit as feedback sampling of the output voltage.

[0047] In the invention, the first circuit structure (3) is a circuit structure comprising a resistor, a zener and a relay. In this way, a circuit structure is provided, wherein the barrier voltages and oscillation tolerance values are selected in accordance with the calculations, the servo motor (12) is driven when the rectified output voltage reference value corresponding to the lower voltage threshold value of 219 Volt AA RMS is lowered by connecting the zener diodes with a high power value, and wherein correction is made by the servo motor, the autotransformer and the differential transformer until the output voltage reaches the reference value range, and wherein the drive mechanism of the servo motor (12) is stopped when the output voltage falls within the reference range. In addition, there are several electrically connected currentlimiting resistors (14) in the system (1).

[0048] In this way, it is ensured that it is activated with the desired acceleration at different supply voltages.

Claims

CLAIMS1. A mechanical voltage regulator system (1) which provides optimization of mains alternating current (AA) voltage and is adjusted to be used in 1- and / or 3-phase networks, characterized in that it comprises:a housing panel (7) which provides environmental protection against external factors;A low-voltage protection element (LV surge arrester) (8) which is electrically connected in the housing panel (7) to protect against lightning strikes and a molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) (9) to protect electrical circuits from overloads, short circuits and other electrical faults, which is electrically connected to the low- voltage protection element (8);A mains bypass selector (pako) switch (13) used in case of fault and maintenance, which is electrically connected to the case circuit breaker (9) molded with the low- voltage protection element (8);A differential transformer (11) that is electrically connected to the mains bypass selector switch (13), used to perform voltage optimization and the secondary winding of which is connected in series to the mains phase line;a supply circuit element (2) electrically connected in a free compartment of an housing panel (7), which comprising a first part (2.1) comprising a transformer providing supply voltage and outlet feedback voltage of the servo motor and a multiple diodes of a predetermined type and a second part (2.2) containing a multiple diodes of a predetermined type, at least one resistor in a predetermined ohm SI unit, at least one electrolyte capacitor in a predetermined Farad SI unit; A protection control circuit (6) and a circuit breaker contactor (5) set to stop system operation at high voltage and high temperature;An auto-transformer (10) which is electrically connected to the differential transformer (11), which allows a voltage proportional to the mains to be applied to the primary winding of the transformer and a servo motor (12) which allows to replace an adjusting end of the auto-transformer (10) and corrects with the autotransformer and differential transformer by lowering the rectified output voltage reference value corresponding to the predetermined lower voltage threshold value;A first circuit structure (3) which is electrically connected to the supply circuit element (2), includes a resistor, Zener diode and relay, and provides regulation in the regulator structure of the Zener diodes, and drives the servo motor (12) to correct with the auto transformer (10) and differential transformer (11) when the rectified output voltage reference value corresponding to the predetermined lower voltage threshold value is lowered, and a second circuit structure (4) electrically connected to the first circuit structure.

2. A mechanical voltage regulator system (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the housing panel (7) is mounted on electric poles or in a proximate location, made of a metallic sheet metal with a wall thickness of 1.5 mm to 3 mm and has an electrostatic paint depth of 55 to 80 mm.

3. The voltage regulator system (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the second part (2.2) is a bridge diode rectifier circuit.

4. The voltage regulator system (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that it comprises multiple current- limiting resistors (14) that are electrically connected in the system.

5. The voltage regulator system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises the zener diodes selected to determine the predetermined lower voltage threshold value of 219 Volt AA RMS.