Title :
Directional detection for parallel aircraft alternators
Author :
Mamett, F. ; Granath, J. A.
Author_Institution :
Armour Research Foundation, Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, Ill.
Abstract :
Aircraft electric system designers have several methods available for providing generator protection. These include overcurrent devices (thermal and magnetic), differential current devices (balanced current and zone type), and directional sensing devices (the familiar reverse current cutout).
Keywords :
Aircraft; Alternators; Circuit faults; Fault currents; Reactive power; Sensors; Voltage control;
Journal_Title :
American Institute of Electrical Engineers, Part II: Applications and Industry, Transactions of the
DOI :
10.1109/TAI.1954.6371409
