Assessing the Significance of Electro-Thermal Stress on Varistor Arresters Using Kruskal-Wallis H-Test

L. Muremi, P. Bokoro

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Abstract

In this study, the effect of electro-thermal stresses on the microstructure of low-voltage zinc oxide varistors is experimentally investigated. Accelerated ageing tests, based on continuous ac voltage stress at several thermal points, are conducted prior to linear intercept on scanning electro microscopy-based micrographs. The Kruskal-Wallis H-test is used to assess the extent of microstructural changes in the tested varistor arresters. Results obtained show significant change in the microstructure of the varistor arresters as a result of electro-thermal treatment.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - 2018 IEEE International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering and 2018 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Europe, EEEIC/I and CPS Europe 2018
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781538651858
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 16 Oct 2018
Event2018 IEEE International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering and 2018 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Europe, EEEIC/I and CPS Europe 2018 - Palermo, Italy
Duration: 12 Jun 201815 Jun 2018

Publication series

NameProceedings - 2018 IEEE International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering and 2018 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Europe, EEEIC/I and CPS Europe 2018

Conference

Conference2018 IEEE International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering and 2018 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Europe, EEEIC/I and CPS Europe 2018
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityPalermo
Period12/06/1815/06/18

Keywords

  • aging
  • EDS
  • Kruskal-Wallis H-test
  • SEM
  • thermal stresses
  • Zinc Oxide microstructure

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Hardware and Architecture

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