Faculty Advisor
Emanuel, Alexander E.
Faculty Advisor
Makarov, Sergey N.
Abstract
The quality of electric energy delivered to consumers is adversely affected by nonlinear loads that inject current harmonics into a power network. The current trend of growing power quality disturbances, which lead to premature equipment failure, presents an increasing monetary burden to society. This project draws a unique analogy between electrical power disturbances and vehicle emissions, providing the necessary leverage for governmental participation in solving power quality issues. Recommended solutions address the technical, financial, and legal aspects of the subject.
Publisher
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Date Accepted
January 2002
Project Type
Interactive Qualifying Project
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Accessibility
Restricted-WPI community only
Advisor Department
Electrical and Computer Engineering