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  • Electrical Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Asset Management

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  • Power transformer insulation integrity is critical for safe operation.
  • Cellulose insulation's hydrophilic nature causes moisture to concentrate in solid insulation.
  • Moisture distribution dynamically shifts between paper and oil with temperature, impacting insulation performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a sensor for determining moisture content in transformer solid insulation.
  • To enable measurement of moisture during both steady-state and dynamic migration processes.
  • To design a sensor with electrodes that do not impede water movement.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a novel sensor with a metallic-mesh electrode to avoid obstructing water migration.
  • Employed frequency dielectric spectroscopy (FDS) to characterize the insulation's dielectric response.
  • Tested sensor sensitivity on samples with 1% to 5% moisture content.

Main Results:

  • The developed sensor accurately determines moisture content in solid insulation.
  • The metallic-mesh electrode design effectively allows for in-situ moisture migration monitoring.
  • Measurements demonstrated good sensitivity and repeatability across the tested moisture range.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed sensor provides a reliable method for assessing solid insulation moisture in power transformers.
  • This technology facilitates continuous monitoring of moisture levels, crucial for predictive maintenance.
  • The sensor design supports understanding and managing moisture dynamics within transformer insulation systems.