Partial discharge detection using low cost RTL-SDR model for wideband spectrum sensing

H. Mohamed, P. Lazaridis, D. Upton, U. Khan, B. Saeed, A. Jaber, P. Mather, M. F. Q. Vieira, K. W. Barlee, D. S. W. Atkinson, A. Mihovska, L. Gavrilovska, I. A. Glover

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Abstract

Partial discharge (PD) is one of the predominant factors to be controlled to ensure reliability and undisrupted functions of power generators, motors, Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) and grid connected power distribution equipment, especially in the future smart grid. The emergence of wireless technology has provided numerous opportunities to optimise remote monitoring and control facilities that can play a significant role in ensuring swift control and restoration of HV plant equipment. In order to monitor PD, several approaches have been employed, however, the existing schemes do not provide an optimal approach for PD signal analysis, and are very costly. In this paper an RTL-SDR (Software Defined Radio) based spectrum analyser has been proposed in order to provide a potentially low cost solution for PD detection and monitoring. Initially, a portable spectrum analyser has been used for PD detection that was later replaced by an RTL-SDR device. The proposed schemes exhibit promising results for spectral detection within the VHF and UHF band.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2016 23rd International Conference on Telecommunications (ICT)
PublisherIEEE
ISBN (Electronic)9781509019908
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 30 Jun 2016
Event23rd International Conference on Telecommunications 2016 - Thessaloniki, Greece
Duration: 16 May 201618 May 2016

Conference

Conference23rd International Conference on Telecommunications 2016
Abbreviated titleICT 2016
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityThessaloniki
Period16/05/1618/05/16

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