Temperature Impact on Insulation Lifetime During Electrical Endurance Tests

Yatai Ji, Paolo Giangrande, Weiduo Zhao, Michael Galea, Giampaolo Buticchi, Pinjia Zhang

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Abstract

The winding temperature is widely recognized as the primary factor contributing to insulation degradation. However, the higher DC bus voltage intended for future transportation electrical drive systems may also promote electrical aging. To ensure insulation reliability, a comprehensive understanding of insulation degradation under both electrical and thermal stress is crucial. In this study, electrical endurance tests are conducted at various temperatures to accurately determine the impact of temperature on insulation lifetime. Three test temperatures within the electrical machine thermal operating range (1550C, 170°C, and 200°C) are selected and evaluated. For each temperature, electrical endurance tests are carried out on corona-resistant wire twisted pairs, considering three voltage levels higher than the partial discharge inception voltage. Through such an extensive experimental campaign, the significant influence of temperature on both insulation lifetime and inverse power law's parameters are quantitatively analyzed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2024 27th International Conference on Electrical Machines and Systems, ICEMS 2024
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages670-674
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9784886864406
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Event27th International Conference on Electrical Machines and Systems, ICEMS 2024 - Fukuoka, Japan
Duration: 26 Nov 202429 Nov 2024

Publication series

Name2024 27th International Conference on Electrical Machines and Systems, ICEMS 2024

Conference

Conference27th International Conference on Electrical Machines and Systems, ICEMS 2024
Country/TerritoryJapan
CityFukuoka
Period26/11/2429/11/24

Keywords

  • aging
  • insulation
  • partial discharge
  • temperature

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

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