209 results about "Arc suppression" patented technology

The invention discloses a new energy medium-voltage switch intelligent control method based on multi-data interaction, and particularly relates to the field of switch intelligent control. According to the method, electrical, mechanical and temperature multi-dimensional operation data are collected in real time through a multi-source sensor, fault diagnosis is performed by adopting a hybrid reasoning architecture, features are extracted in combination with Hilbert-Huang transform and Mel cepstrum coefficient algorithms, and a three-level reasoning mechanism is constructed to realize accurate classification; based on a diagnosis result, a system dynamically optimizes a control strategy, the control strategy optimizes a switch-on and switch-off time sequence based on phase-space reconstruction and LSTM prediction, plasma impedance closed-loop adjustment and a quantum genetic algorithm are combined to realize arc suppression and mechanical compensation, and a six-dimensional compensation vector is introduced to correct mechanical operation deviation; the self-learning unit is based on a depth deterministic strategy gradient and an online knowledge distillation technology, verifies the validity of parameter update by using digital twin simulation, and forms a fault feature-control strategy-maintenance scheme triple knowledge base.

The invention discloses a power distribution network grounding fault research and judgment analysis method, relates to the technical field of power distribution network fault analysis, and solves the technical problem that fault analysis is not accurate and deep enough due to the fact that fault features in a neutral point grounding complex fault scene cannot be comprehensively considered. According to the method, single-phase grounding fault models of a neutral point ungrounded system, an arc suppression coil grounded system and a small resistor grounded system are respectively constructed, grounding current, phase voltage and neutral point voltage expressions under the models are detailedly deduced, and characteristics of voltage and current before and after a fault point in the steady-state and transient-state processes are deeply analyzed; the method comprehensively considers various complex fault scenes, can more accurately grasp essential characteristics of faults in different grounding modes, and provides a more comprehensive and accurate basis for fault diagnosis and processing.

The invention discloses a method for carrying out zero sequence loop impedance calculation by using a frequency conversion signal, the calculation method is applied to a power distribution network arc suppression coil grounding system, and the power distribution network arc suppression coil grounding system comprises a control device, a grounding transformer, an injection transformer and a variable signal source; according to the method, the signal source is adopted to inject signals with different frequencies to calculate the capacitive current, the impedance parameter of the arc suppression coil and the capacitive current of the system during parallel operation are calculated by establishing a loop equation according to different system zero sequence loop impedances under different frequencies, and then the capacitive current needing to be compensated by the system is accurately calculated. The method solves the problems of the calculation of the capacitance current of the system and the automatic tracking of the arc suppression coil during the parallel operation of the two machines, is not affected by the unbalance of the system, and provides a reliable basis for the precise control of the parallel operation of the two machines of the arc suppression coil.

The invention relates to a method for passive arc suppression in an electrical treatment of plants, comprising the step: (S400) Applying a pulse-width modulated direct electrical current (I) to the plants.

A method and system for measuring distribution network system parameters based on harmonic injection, for use in a low-current grounding system containing an arc suppression coil. The system injects currents of multiple frequencies into the neutral point of the low-current grounding system through an injection source and measures the neutral point voltage. The system uses formulas to calculate and obtain the line capacitance, arc suppression coil inductance, and damping resistance parameter values ​​in the distribution network system. This application can accurately measure line capacitance, arc suppression coil damping resistance, and reactance by injecting only two frequencies of current. This method has little impact on grid operation, high measurement accuracy, and broad application prospects.

The invention relates to the technical field of intelligent electrical switches, and particularly discloses an intelligent reclosing air switch arc suppression method and device based on zero-crossing control, and the method comprises the following steps: detecting a voltage zero-crossing point and a current zero-crossing point of an AC loop, and marking an instruction issuing alignment point; the instruction issuing alignment points comprise a switching-on instruction voltage zero-crossing alignment point and a switching-off instruction current alignment point; and calculating a time window, issuing a switch-on and switch-off instruction at a corresponding window point so as to complete the switch-on operation at the voltage zero-crossing prediction point or complete the switch-off operation at the current zero-crossing prediction point, and achieving the purpose of arc suppression by approaching no current under the condition that the switch-on and switch-off completion time point is overlapped with the actual zero-crossing point. According to the intelligent reclosing air switch, the time of switching on and switching off is accurately controlled, generation of electric arcs is effectively reduced, the service life of the intelligent reclosing air switch is prolonged, and the intelligent reclosing air switch has remarkable technical advantages and market application prospects.

The invention discloses an arc suppression coil grounding fault positioning method based on a transformer substation line protection device, particularly relates to the technical field of system fault measurement, and is used for solving the problem of insufficient positioning precision caused by neglecting the nonlinear characteristic of a fault point arc channel in an existing fault positioning method. A specific frequency current signal is injected into a fault phase, the phase relation between fundamental wave and harmonic wave components in current collected by a line protection device is analyzed to obtain a phase coherence coefficient, a fault line distribution parameter model is established to obtain theoretical reference information, and a spatial gradient sequence is generated by calculating actual measurement and theoretical spatial entropy values. Identifying a line section corresponding to the abnormal abrupt change point, and finally determining a grounding fault point according to the spatial position of the line section with significant difference. The method can effectively overcome the influence of nonlinear attenuation and frequency dispersion effect on the positioning precision, and achieves the precise measurement and positioning of a single-phase grounding fault.

The invention is suitable for the technical field of arc extinction of a power distribution network, and provides a self-adaptive composite arc extinction method based on a zero-sequence voltage threshold value of the power distribution network, which comprises the following steps: monitoring the neutral point voltage of the power distribution network, and judging whether the power distribution network has a single-phase earth fault or not; when the single-phase earth fault does not occur in the power distribution network, injecting a first current into the neutral point of the power distribution network, and calculating an earth parameter of the power distribution network and an earth capacitance current when the voltage of the neutral point of the power distribution network is zero; when a single-phase earth fault occurs in the power distribution network, injecting a second current into the neutral point of the power distribution network, and calculating a fault point offset voltage of the power distribution network; and calculating a voltage threshold value and a corrected current arc extinction reference value based on the ground parameter, the ground capacitance current and the fault point offset voltage, if the neutral point voltage of the power distribution network is smaller than the voltage threshold value when the single-phase ground fault occurs, adopting voltage arc extinction, otherwise, adopting the corrected current arc extinction reference value to implement current arc extinction. According to the invention, the reliability of single-phase earth fault arc extinction can be improved.

The embodiment of the invention provides a distribution network line fault positioning method and system, and the method comprises the steps: determining a fault phase, and calibrating a fault moment; dividing the multi-branch line into a line partition and a branch line partition based on the distribution network topology; screening a target fault phase, calculating a fault phase current difference of adjacent detection points, and calculating a current abrupt change rate based on the fault phase current difference of the adjacent detection points; according to the arc suppression coil type and the fault transition resistance value, performing fitting to generate a partition threshold value; a suspected fault section is obtained according to the section threshold initial judgment section; calling a current abrupt change rate time sequence curve of upstream and downstream nodes of the suspected fault section, and checking a current difference amplitude change trend before and after the fault; for multi-branch topology, interference is eliminated through relevance of current abrupt change rates of a main line and branch lines, and finally a target fault section is locked. According to the invention, the problems of weak fault characteristic quantity and poor positioning reliability in a small current grounding mode can be effectively solved.

The invention provides a power distribution network single-phase earth fault processing and fault rapid regional isolation system for solving the problems existing in power distribution network single-phase earth fault regional isolation at present. The system is composed of an improved compensation damping type active intervention arc extinguishing device installed on a transformer substation bus, primary and secondary fusion intelligent switches installed at all nodes of a distribution line, and a primary and secondary fusion intelligent switch intelligent control terminal. When a single-phase grounding fault occurs, a grounding switch of the compensation damping type active intervention arc extinguishing device is switched on, a primary and secondary fusion intelligent switch control terminal of each node of a power grid generates corresponding low-resistance, medium-resistance and high-resistance zero-sequence protection fixed values, and when the single-phase grounding fault occurs, zero-sequence current protection is started to realize rapid fault area isolation of the single-phase grounding fault.

The invention discloses an electric arc dynamic suppression method for hot plugging of an electric meter connector, relates to the technical field of electric energy metering equipment, and aims to solve the problems of electric arc generation, overproof metering error and the like caused by passive protection and lack of dynamic cooperative control in the prior art. The core of the method is that gap distance and power grid voltage phase signals are acquired in real time through a microcontroller, and the plugging speed, the signal injection and the position fine adjustment are dynamically regulated and controlled in three stages of pre-contact, low-current transition and full connection; and a machine learning model is combined to optimize a parameter threshold value, a redundancy safety mechanism and a multi-phase electric meter cooperative control strategy, so that double management and control of arc peak energy and metering errors are realized. The method can actively inhibit arc generation, avoid connector ablation and insulation deterioration, guarantee metering continuity and accuracy, adapt to complex power grid and environment working conditions, and meet the precision requirement of the intelligent electric meter.

The invention discloses a generator stator grounding fault active arc extinction method based on double-loop quasi-PR control, and the method comprises the following steps: S1, monitoring the fundamental wave zero-sequence voltage and third harmonic voltage of a neutral point and a generator end of a generator, and carrying out the fault phase selection and positioning when a single-phase stator grounding fault occurs; s2, according to a fault positioning result, calculating a fault winding potential Ef, and setting a negative value-Ef of the fault winding potential Ef as a neutral point target compensation voltage; s3, a cascaded H-bridge converter is adopted as a topological structure of the active regulation and control device, and a double-closed-loop control framework composed of a voltage outer loop and a current inner loop is established; s4, setting quasi-PR control units for the fundamental wave component and the third harmonic component in the voltage outer ring and the current inner ring respectively; and S5, controlling the cascaded H-bridge converter to output a compensation voltage consistent with the target compensation voltage-Ef, and injecting the compensation voltage into the neutral point of the generator. The voltage regulation and control precision and the arc suppression speed in the active arc suppression process of the generator can be improved, and the operation safety and reliability of the generator are improved.

The invention discloses a power distribution network instantaneous fault recovery control method based on cooperation of energy storage and a circuit breaker. Firstly, a reclosing starting threshold value is set based on a power distribution network voltage after a fault is cleared; then, for a continuous arcing fault, after a circuit breaker trips, an energy storage converter is switched to arcing suppression control with the aim of reducing the voltage of an energy storage grid-connected point; and finally, after the fault arc is extinguished, acquiring the voltage at the downstream outlet of the circuit breaker, and if the voltage at the downstream outlet of the circuit breaker is greater than or equal to the reclosing starting threshold value within the fault detection time, indicating that the fault is eliminated, and reclosing after the first time delay; and if the voltage at the downstream outlet of the circuit breaker in the fault detection time is smaller than the reclosing starting threshold value, it is indicated that the fault is not cleared, and reclosing is carried out after second time delay. According to the method, the circuit breaker is combined with the energy storage power station, the energy storage power station adopts arcing suppression control and supplies power to the downstream load after the fault occurs, the downstream load does not need to operate off the grid, and the power supply reliability of the power grid is improved.

The invention provides an arc suppression coil grounding system zero-sequence overcurrent protection method based on zero-sequence voltage verification. The protection reliability is improved through multi-criterion fusion. The method specifically comprises the following steps: S1, arc suppression coil system fault starting criterion: monitoring a zero sequence voltage in real time, and triggering a protection algorithm when the amplitude of the zero sequence voltage exceeds a preset threshold value; s2, fault time calculation: calculating the duration time of a grounding fault based on the duration characteristic of the zero-sequence voltage; s3, fault position discrimination: in combination with the amplitude characteristics of the zero-sequence current, distinguishing an internal fault from an external fault; and S4, intelligent comprehensive decision making: fusing the transient and steady state characteristic quantities of the zero-sequence voltage and the zero-sequence current, and generating a protection action signal. According to the invention, by dynamically checking the correlation characteristics of the zero-sequence voltage and current, the problems of insufficient sensitivity and high maloperation rate of the traditional zero-sequence overcurrent protection in the arc suppression coil grounding system are effectively solved.

The application belongs to the field of power system fault diagnosis, and discloses a single-phase grounding fault determination method for a small current grounding system based on Bi-LSTM, which comprises the following steps: analyzing a model of a power system and actual dispatching data, building a computer numerical simulation model through the analyzed data, labeling fault data and non-fault data in the simulation data and the actual dispatching data, normalizing simulation and real-time dispatching characteristic data, making a training set and a test set of a Bi-LSTM model, and designing a fault line selection model based on Bi-LSTM and training and testing of the model. In the case of single-phase grounding, the application can quickly determine a fault line according to discrete dispatching data; compared with existing zero sequence current identification methods, the application does not require zero sequence current data, and has a higher identification rate in the case of neutral point grounding through an arc suppression coil or a fault point with high transition resistance, thereby realizing simple and efficient small current grounding fault line selection.

The utility model discloses power distribution network phase power supply feed-in type flexible grounding and voltage arc extinction complete equipment. The complete equipment comprises a transformer bank and a voltage arc extinction measurement and control cabinet. The transformer bank consists of a grounding transformer and an injection transformer; the voltage arc extinction measurement and control cabinet comprises a measurement and control unit, a phase selection control unit and an injection voltage adjusting unit. The signal input end of the measurement and control unit is connected with the power distribution network; the signal output end of the measurement and control unit is connected with the phase selection control unit and the injection voltage adjusting unit. A secondary coil leading-out terminal of the grounding transformer is connected with a primary coil of the injection transformer through the phase selection control unit, the injection regulation and control resistor Rx and the injection voltage regulation unit; the dotted terminal of the secondary coil of the injection transformer is connected with the neutral point of the grounding transformer, and the synonym terminal of the secondary coil of the injection transformer is grounded. According to the utility model, the active step-down arc-extinguishing function of the single-phase earth fault phase of the power distribution network can be realized, and the single-phase earth fault arc-extinguishing effect of the power distribution network is improved.

The utility model discloses a cabinet combination connecting structure of an arc suppression coil, which comprises a supporting plate, a double-thread screw is rotatably connected to the side inner wall of the supporting plate, a sliding block is in threaded connection to the side surface of the double-thread screw, a first clamping block is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the sliding block, a bottom plate is fixedly connected to the surface of one side of the clamping block, and a second clamping block is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the sliding block. A first spring is fixedly connected to the lower bottom wall of the supporting plate, a telescopic rod is fixedly connected to the end, away from the supporting plate, of the first spring, a buckle is fixedly connected to the side surface of the telescopic rod, an extension plate is fixedly connected to the side surface of the buckle, and a second spring is fixedly connected to the side surface of the extension plate. A top plate is fixedly connected to one end of the spring II away from the extension plate. Through the components, the positions of the sliding blocks on the supporting plate and the length of the telescopic rod after being pulled up can be adjusted to be used for being matched with the length and the height of the arc suppression coil, the device can be adjusted according to the size of the arc suppression coil, the fixing effect is improved, and the types of the matched arc suppression coil are increased.

The invention provides an alternating current arc detection method and a related device, and the method comprises the steps: obtaining an external instruction through a controller of an arc detection system, and determining a circuit simulation model based on the external instruction; acquiring a first current signal from the signal detection circuit module in the detection period, and determining an arc feature vector based on the first current signal; determining an arc generation condition based on the arc time-frequency feature vector; generating an arc generation image based on the arc generation condition and the circuit simulation model; a multi-stage circuit regulation and control strategy is determined based on the arc generation condition, and a regulation and control circuit module is regulated and controlled based on the multi-stage circuit regulation and control strategy; acquiring a second current signal; determining an arc suppression effect image based on the second current signal and a circuit simulation model; therefore, the arc generation condition and the suppression effect can be visualized in real time, the arc suppression efficiency is improved, the arc analysis accuracy is improved, the arc extinguishing time is shortened, and then the alternating current arc detection efficiency, the detection precision and the arc suppression speed are improved.

The invention discloses a 66kV distributed arc suppression coil intelligent centralized control method and system based on multi-source data fusion, and the method is characterized in that the method comprises the following steps: constructing a distributed arc suppression coil intelligent centralized control system, and collecting control data in real time; an improved vector superposition method is adopted to calculate the capacitance current of each feeder line, and a multi-objective optimization model is established by using control data; solving the multi-objective optimization model by adopting a genetic algorithm to obtain an optimal resistance value combination; and the optimal resistance value combination is issued to each arc suppression coil controller through the communication module, and intelligent centralized control of the distributed arc suppression coils is implemented.

The utility model discloses an active power distribution network fault simulation experiment platform which comprises a public network power supply module, a line switch module, a power distribution network line section module and a plug panel which are connected in sequence, and a wave recording detection and relay protection module, a fault simulation module, a distributed power supply module and a load module which are connected with the plug panel, the public network power supply module and the line switch module are connected with the plug panel. The public network power supply module comprises a switch control circuit, a power supply side circuit breaker, a control contactor, a transformer and a distribution network side circuit breaker which are connected in sequence; the transformer is connected with an arc suppression coil, and the arc suppression coil is connected with the plug panel. The device is novel and reasonable in design and convenient to operate, realizes simulation experiments of different normal operation modes and different fault types in the active power distribution network by setting different topological structures and adjusting the fault types, realizes acquisition of characteristic signals in faults for fault characteristic signal analysis, and is good in safety performance and high in reliability. And an experimenter can conveniently carry out a simulation experiment.

This invention provides an intelligent pressure relief device for power distribution cabinets based on arc suppression, belonging to the field of power distribution cabinet pressure relief devices. It includes a cabinet body and a cabinet door. The cabinet door is rotatably connected to the side wall of the cabinet body via multiple hinges. An outer shell is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the cabinet body, and a baffle is provided on the outer wall of the outer shell. A pressure relief port is provided on the side wall of the cabinet body, and a sealing plate is provided on the outer wall of the cabinet body. It also includes: an auxiliary component located inside the outer shell, used to prevent high pressure from forming inside the cabinet and to cool the cabinet; a trigger component located below the auxiliary component, used to prevent open flames from forming inside the cabinet; and a reinforcement component located inside the cabinet body, used to improve the stability of the cabinet door. This invention, through the pushing of the sealing plate, drives the fixed rod to move, causing the end of the lever to press against the push plate, allowing carbon dioxide to be injected into the interior of the cabinet, reducing the possibility of open flames.

The invention provides a heterogeneous hybrid interconnection device topology and strategy for high-quality power supply and fault regulation and control. The heterogeneous hybrid interconnection device topology comprises a first multiplexing module, a second multiplexing module and a sharing module, the first multiplexing module is composed of a first NPC half-bridge module and a first cascade H-bridge module. The second multiplexing module is composed of a second NPC half-bridge module and a second cascade H-bridge module. The sharing module comprises a third NPC half-bridge module, a first IGBT switch tube, a second IGBT switch tube, a third IGBT switch tube, a fourth IGBT switch tube and an arc extinction inductor, wherein the first IGBT switch tube, the second IGBT switch tube, the third IGBT switch tube, the fourth IGBT switch tube and the arc extinction inductor are sequentially and reversely connected in series. According to the heterogeneous hybrid interconnection device provided by the invention, power supply quality improvement and grounding fault regulation and control can be simultaneously carried out, the interconnection power distribution network can still realize the functions of power flow regulation and control, reactive compensation, harmonic current compensation and the like during a single-phase grounding fault period, and the power supply reliability of a user is ensured.

The invention discloses a two-point grounding fault model analysis method in a neutral point non-effective grounding mode, and aims to solve the problem that a unified accurate mathematical model suitable for a neutral point non-grounding and arc suppression coil grounding system under an in-phase two-point grounding fault is lacked in the prior art. According to the method, a fault network topology is reconstructed, a multivariate function equation set containing a fault position, ground capacitance, arc suppression coil parameters and a power supply initial phase angle is established, explicit analytical expressions of zero-sequence voltage current and phase voltage current are deduced, and a transient process is modeled in combination with a state space method. And accurate description of a fault characteristic quantity spatio-temporal evolution rule is realized. By adopting the above technical scheme, the method can provide a modeling basis which can be directly called for high-fidelity simulation platforms such as RTDS, and supports intelligent protection algorithm development and fault diagnosis system optimization.

The application discloses an arc-extinguishing coil insulation self-starting fire extinguishing device and a control method, and belongs to the technical field of arc-extinguishing coil insulation self-starting fire extinguishing devices. The device comprises an arc-extinguishing coil body, a fixing frame and a fire extinguishing mechanism. The arc-extinguishing coil body is arranged on the fixing frame. The fire extinguishing mechanism is installed on the fixing frame. The fire extinguishing mechanism is sleeved on the surface of the arc-extinguishing coil body. The device is used for solving the technical problem that the artificial fire extinguishing mode is used for extinguishing fire, human beings need to know the fire phenomenon in time, and human beings need to arrive at the fire site in time to extinguish the fire, thereby causing low fire extinguishing efficiency and easily leading to property loss. The device can realize real-time sensing of the surface temperature change of the arc-extinguishing coil body through the fire extinguishing mechanism. When the surface temperature of the arc-extinguishing coil body reaches a preset value, the fire extinguishing mechanism is used for cooling the surface of the arc-extinguishing coil body, so that the formation of combustion conditions is effectively reduced. When the arc-extinguishing coil body catches fire, the fire extinguishing mechanism is used for extinguishing the fire at the fire site of the arc-extinguishing coil body, so that the harm caused by the flame can be reduced, and the effect of extinguishing the fire can be achieved.

An electrical switch (1) for a load tap changer (2), the electrical switch (1) comprising: at least three electrical contacts (3a, 3b, 3c) connected to respective electrical conductors (4a, 4b, 4c); a switching device (5) configured to be movable between a plurality of positions (P1, P2), wherein the switching device (5) in each respective position (P1, P2) physically contacts a respective combination (C1, C2) of the electrical contacts (3a, 3b, 3c) to provide electrical contact between the electrical contacts in each respective combination (C1, C2) of electrical contacts (3a, 3b, 3c); a gas-tight sealed housing (6) providing an inner space (7) enclosing the electrical contacts (3a, 3b, 3c) and the switching device (5), the electrical conductors (4a, 4b, 4c) extending from the electrical contacts (3a, 3b, 3c) inside the inner space (7) of the housing (6) to outside the housing (6); and a control device (10) configured to control movement of the switching device (5). The inner space (7) is under vacuum or filled with arc suppressing gas. The control device (10) comprises an operating member (8) extending from outside the housing (6) into the inner space (7) of the housing (6), the operating member being operatively connected to the switching device (5) such that the operating member (8) is able to move the switching device (5) to the plurality of positions (P1, P2) depending on the position of the operating member (8). Further, the operating member (8) comprises an arm (9) rotatably attached to the housing (6) for rotation about an axis of rotation (11), wherein the switching device (5) is attached to an end portion of the arm such that the switching device (5) is movable along an arcuate path between the plurality of positions.

An arc extinguishing device, especially an arc extinguishing device suitable for extinguishing arcs of multiple electrical contacts, which includes a first switch (S1). The arc extinguishing power supply is connected to the electrodes (1, 2, 3, 4) that need arc extinguishing through the first switch (S1). The number of the electrodes (1, 2, 3, 4) and the first switch (S1) is two or more, and the first switch (S1) is an uncontrollable switch. This solution has the advantage of low cost.

This application presents an adaptive arc suppression method for ground faults in distribution networks, merging active and passive relay protection strategies. The method proceeds as follows: based on collected ground parameters, the fault phase is identified; compensation current is calculated from the fault's electromotive force, ground leakage resistance, and ground capacitance; current is injected at the neutral point according to the compensation current; finally, the arc suppression scheme is executed based on the zero-sequence voltage of the network's busbars. This approach incorporates both voltage- and current-based methods, addressing the limitation of fixed operation scenarios in traditional arc suppression methods. By quickly adapting to various fault situations, this method ensures an efficient and prompt response tailored to specific scenario requirements.

A voltage arc suppression control method for single-phase ground faults in distribution networks belongs to the field of active arc suppression technology for single-phase ground faults in distribution networks. Its features include the following steps: Step a, acquiring signals; Step b, determining whether a ground fault has occurred; Step c, applying compensation based on a step coefficient k; Step d, determining whether the arc has been extinguished; Step e, determining whether the step coefficient k equals 1; Step f, applying compensation based on a secondary coefficient p; Step g, determining whether the arc has been extinguished; Step h, determining whether the secondary step coefficient p equals 0.1; Step i, the active inverter is continuously engaged according to the current output voltage. In this voltage arc suppression control method for single-phase ground faults in distribution networks, the impedance angle of the faulted line is used to determine the phase angle of the voltage drop from the fault point to the busbar, solving the problem that existing voltage arc suppression methods cannot reliably extinguish the arc and cause the fault current to increase instead of decrease when the fault point is far from the busbar and the fault transition resistance is small.

The present disclosure relates to a plasma generation system, particularly applicable to a system for semiconductor processing using plasma. The plasma generation system according to the present disclosure includes an arc suppression device coupled to an RF generator. The arc device includes a switch that is engaged based on a trigger signal. Additionally, the arc device includes a power dissipator that is engaged by the set of switches to dissipate stored and delivered energy when the set of switches is engaged. The arc suppression device further includes an impedance transformer coupled to the power dissipator to perform impedance transformation, which reduces the reflection coefficient at the input end of the device when the switch is engaged with the power dissipator. The plasma generation system also includes a matching network coupled to the radio frequency generator and a plasma chamber coupled to the matching network.

A motor control circuit is provided for connecting or disconnecting an AC voltage to an AC motor, having a switch having two switch contacts, configured to respond to a process variable and move between open and closed switch contact positions to connect or disconnect the AC voltage to the AC motor; and a snubber circuit arranged across the switch contacts in parallel with the AC motor, and configured to respond to motor inductance when the switch is moved between the open and closed switch contact positions, and provide arc suppression in the switch by dissipating energy stored in the motor inductance. The snubber circuit may include a network having a resistor connected in series with a capacitor, or a metal oxide varistor, or a transient voltage suppressor.