GIS Partial Discharge Diagnosis Using Sensor Positioning

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional methods for detecting partial discharge in Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) are limited by worker experience, lead to inaccurate type identification due to variations in GIS models and sensor placements, and are prone to false detection from external interference, resulting in poor model universality and lengthy training periods.

Innovation Solution

A GIS partial discharge diagnosing method using a network of sensor modules with wireless communication, where each module determines its position relative to others, and the monitoring host processes ultra-high frequency signals and position data to train a predictive model adaptive to different GIS equipment and sensor layouts, eliminating external interference.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If traditional worker-based detection methods are used, then operational flexibility is maintained, but detection accuracy and reliability deteriorate due to limitations in worker experience

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepartial discharge type identification accuracyVSAvoiddetection system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system employs automated algorithms that self-adjust to different GIS models and sensor placements without requiring manual reconfiguration by workers. The diagnosing system autonomously adapts to varying conditions, eliminating dependence on worker experience while maintaining operational simplicity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces the mechanical/manual detection approach with an automated electronic system using sensors, signal processing circuits, and computer algorithms. This substitution transforms the detection process from experience-based manual operation to automated electronic analysis, significantly improving accuracy

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Duration of action of stationary object

If sensors are installed for online detection, then continuous monitoring capability is improved, but model universality deteriorates due to variations in GIS models and sensor placements

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveonline detection capabilityVSAvoidmodel universality
Core Design Contradiction:
Duration of action of stationary objectVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system dynamically adapts to different GIS models and sensor placements through automated algorithm adjustment. Rather than requiring fixed model configurations, the system continuously learns and adapts its diagnosing parameters based on the specific installation conditions, enabling both continuous monitoring and model versatility

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the approach from fixed parameter models to adaptive parameter adjustment. The system automatically modifies its diagnosing parameters based on detected signal characteristics, GIS model variations, and sensor placement differences, enabling universal application across different configurations

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Ease of operation

If classical spectrum comparison methods are used, then detection simplicity is maintained, but detection accuracy deteriorates due to mismatch between detected and classical discharge spectra

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection method simplicityVSAvoidpartial discharge type identification accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where the detected discharge spectra are continuously compared and used to refine the diagnosing model. The system learns from actual detections and adjusts its reference spectra accordingly, maintaining operational simplicity while improving accuracy through iterative refinement

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent performs preliminary signal processing and feature extraction before comparison, preparing the detected spectra in an optimized format. This preliminary processing enhances the effectiveness of subsequent comparison operations, maintaining simplicity while improving matching accuracy

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

4Reliability

If external interference signals are not filtered, then signal processing simplicity is maintained, but detection reliability deteriorates due to false detection from external discharge signals

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection reliabilityVSAvoidsignal processing complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system extracts and isolates the characteristic features of genuine partial discharge signals from the complex background of external interference. By focusing on specific diagnostic features rather than processing all signal components, the system achieves reliable detection without excessive processing complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transforms external interference signals from harmful factors into useful diagnostic information. By analyzing the characteristics of interfering signals, the system learns to distinguish them from genuine partial discharge, converting potential false positives into opportunities for improved discrimination

Inventive Principle:
Principle #22Blessing in disguise (Convert harm into benefit)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The method improves the accuracy and universality of partial discharge detection, reduces training time, and enhances the model's applicability across different GIS setups, allowing for direct application in new substations with minimal retraining.

Implementation Method 1

The ultra high frequency method detects the partial discharge signal by receiving an UHF electromagnetic wave signal in a range of 300-3000 MHz generated by the PD through an antenna

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic radiation detection: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

each of the sensor modules obtains a distance from other sensor modules through a wireless communication time

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectTime of flight measurement: Time of Flight

Data Source

PatentUS20240345153A1GIS partial discharge diagnosing method, model training method, device and system
Publication Date: 2024.10.17 ZHUHAI ELECTAC HIGH TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

A GIS partial discharge diagnosing method, a model training method, a device and a system are disclosed. Sensor modules are in communication with each other, so that sensor network position distribution data of each sensor module in a wireless transmission network can be determined. In a training process of a partial discharge diagnosing model, a spatial-temporal feature of the partial discharge is introduced, so that the trained partial discharge diagnosing model is adaptive to different GIS equipment and different sensors layout solutions, and has better model universality and applicability, thus greatly saving a training time of the model and expediting the deployment of the partial discharge diagnosing model. Moreover, the model trained in the present disclosure accounts for the relationship between the position where partial discharge occurs and the sensor network position distribution.