scholarly journals Detailed modelling and simulation of single-phase transformers for research and educational purposes

2021 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 37
Author(s):  
Saif Sabah Sami ◽  
Mazin T. Muhssin ◽  
Zeyad Assi Obaid ◽  
Ali N. Hussain
Keyword(s):  
Single Phase ◽  
Dynamic Models ◽  
Block Diagram ◽  
Electrical Machines ◽  
Virtual Laboratory ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Transformer Model ◽  
First Time ◽  
Modelling Methods ◽  
Diagram Representation

<span>COVID-19 pandemic, despite its devastating impact, accelerated the shift to e-learning in higher education. Particularly in the electrical machines courses, that often include laboratory experiments. However, no detailed models of transformers, developed in Simulink/MATLAB®, were reported in the literature. Hence, in this paper, a virtual laboratory consists of models of single-phase transformers was built for the first time. The proposed models are easy to use and modify, and allow all machines’ parameters to be altered for students to replicate easily to support and enhance the learning process of electrical machines courses. Consequently, the developed models are effective tools for educational and research purposes. Dynamic models of single-phase, two-winding, transformers and step-up and step-down auto-transformers were developed using Simulink/MATLAB®. Two different approaches for modelling were proposed, the block diagram representation and Simscape based models. The two modelling methods were validated against the built-in transformer model. The developed models have been successfully integrated into electrical engineering courses at Middle Technical University, Baghdad, Iraq. Therefore, all developed models are freely available online at a dedicated repository.</span>

scholarly journals Detailed modelling and simulation of different DC motor types for research and educational purposes

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 703
Author(s):  
Saif Sabah Sami ◽  
Zeyad Assi Obaid ◽  
Mazin T. Muhssin ◽  
Ali N. Hussain
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Models ◽  
Block Diagram ◽  
Electrical Machines ◽  
Machine Model ◽  
Matlab Simulink ◽  
Dc Motors ◽  
E Learning ◽  
First Time ◽  
Modelling Methods ◽  
Diagram Representation

The devastating impact of Covid-19 pandemic accelerated the shift to e-learning in the higher education. Particularly in the electrical machines courses, that often include laboratory experiments. However, no detailed models of DC motors, developed in MATLAB/Simulink, were reported in literature.  Hence, in this paper, a virtual laboratory consist of models of DC motors was built for the first time. The proposed models are easy to use and modify, and allow all machines’ parameters to be altered for students to replicate easily to support and enhance the learning process of electrical machines courses. Consequently, the developed models are effective tools for educational and research purposes. Dynamic models of DC motors were developed using MATLAB/Simulink, namely separately excited, permanent magnet, shunt-connected and series-connected DC motors. Two different approaches for modelling were proposed, the block diagram representation and Simscape based models. The two modelling methods were validated against the built-in DC machine model. The proposed models are easy to use and modify, and allow all machines’ parameters to be altered for monitoring and comparison purposes. Consequently, the developed models are effective tools for research and educational purposes.

scholarly journals Mechanical and Thermoelectric Properties of Bulk AlSb Synthesized by Controlled Melting, Pulverizing and Subsequent Vacuum Hot Pressing

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 1609 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. K. M. Ashiquzzaman Shawon ◽  
Soon-Chul Ur
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Intermetallic Compound ◽  
Thermoelectric Properties ◽  
Hot Pressing ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Aluminum Antimonide ◽  
Simple Method ◽  
Group Iii ◽  
Indirect Band Gap ◽  
First Time

Aluminum antimonide is a semiconductor of the Group III-V order. With a wide indirect band gap, AlSb is one of the least discovered of this family of semiconductors. Bulk synthesis of AlSb has been reported on numerous occasions, but obtaining a single phase has always proven to be extremely difficult. This work reports a simple method for the synthesis of single-phase AlSb. Subsequently, consolidation was done into a near single-phase highly dense semiconductor in a form usable for thermoelectric applications. Further, the thermoelectric properties of this system are accounted for the first time. In addition, the mechanical properties of the intermetallic compound are briefly discussed for a possibility of further use.

Ion size effect on chemical bonds of the RBa2Cu2.9Zn0.1Oy system

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 209-215
Author(s):  
R. Benredouane ◽  
C. Boudaren
Keyword(s):  
Single Phase ◽  
Rietveld Method ◽  
Solid State Reaction Method ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Bond Angles ◽  
Bond Valence Sum ◽  
Ion Size ◽  
First Time ◽  
Unique Variation ◽  
Strong Curvature

Single-phase polycrystalline samples of RBa2Cu2.9Zn0.1Oy (R = Y, Nd, Gd, Er, and Tm) (ZnR123) were synthesized using the standard solid-state reaction method. They were characterized by X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscope. XRD shows that all samples consist essentially of a single phase and retain the orthorhombic structure. The structure of the samples was refined by the Rietveld method with the help of the bond valence sum method. The variation of the lattice parameters and some meaningful bond angles and lengths with the ionic radius are discussed. In these compounds, the variations of the buckling angles Cu2–O(2,3)–Cu2 and Cu2–Cu2–O(2,3) are unique: the bond angles Cu2–O3–Cu2 and Cu2–Cu2–O2 increase, whereas the bond angles Cu2–O2–Cu2 and Cu2–Cu2–O3 decrease. The variation of these bond angles brings about a strong curvature of the Cu2O plane. Furthermore, we have found tree fixed triangles formed by the Cu2, O2, and O3 atoms in addition to another fixed triangle O1–Ba–O1 observed for the first time. BVS of Cu2 atom shows a specific and unique variation compared with other compounds.

scholarly journals A preliminary investigation of the molten salt mediated synthesis of Gd2TiO5 ‘stuffed’ pyrochlore

MRS Advances ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. A. Austin ◽  
M. Cole ◽  
M. C. Stennett ◽  
C. L. Corkhill ◽  
N. C. Hyatt
Keyword(s):  
Molten Salt ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Preliminary Investigation ◽  
Pyrochlore Phase ◽  
Comparative Investigation ◽  
Molten Salt Synthesis ◽  
Control Rods ◽  
First Time ◽  
Conventional Solid State Synthesis ◽  
Nuclear Applications

Abstract Refractory ‘stuffed’ pyrochlores such as Gd2TiO5 are of interest for nuclear applications, including as matrices for actinide disposition and as neutron absorbers in control rods. Here, we report the results of a preliminary comparative investigation of the synthesis of Gd2TiO5 by molten salt and conventional solid-state synthesis. We show that synthesis of Gd2TiO5 proceeds from the pyrochlore phase Gd2Ti2O7 which is first formed as a kinetic product. Molten salt synthesis afforded single phase Gd2TiO5 at 1300 °C in 2 h, via a template growth mechanism, and is effective for the synthesis of these refractory materials. This work demonstrates molten salt mediated synthesis of ‘stuffed’ pyrochlore for the first time. Graphic abstract

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