Computer simulated design study of a high voltage, high current, DC circuit breaker for fusion research

Author

John A. White

Date of Award

6-1983

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Electrical Engineering

Major Professor

J. M. Bailey

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis is to develop a proposal for a circuit breaker meeting specific requirements to be used on a fusion research experiment. A vacuum circuit breaker with forced commutation is chosen due to energy and time considerations.

The various circuit breaker models are simulated using the computer program SUPER*SCEPTRE. Plots and tables of the current profiles during interruption are studied and used to determine component values that will permit the circuit breaker to meet previously established operational criteria.

Recommended Citation

White, John A., "Computer simulated design study of a high voltage, high current, DC circuit breaker for fusion research. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1983.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/14940