Fiber Optic Current Sensor Prototype for Low DC Measurements in the Power Grid

J. Mandl, P. Trampitsch, P. Schachinger, D. Albert, R. Klambauer, A. Bergmann

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Abstract

Our society is dependent on a continuous supply of electrical energy. Therefore, it is essential to closely monitor all occurring signals in the transmission grid to assess their effect on the grid's components and security of supply. In particular, the time course and distribution of direct currents such as geomagnetically induced currents is of great interest. In this paper, we report progress on the development of a fiber optic current sensor intended to observe direct currents on all three phases of a high-voltage power grid. The device exploiting the Faraday effect can be described in a theoretical model using Jones formalism. We calculated the sensor scale factor when using twisted single-mode and spun HiBi fiber as the sensing head, giving implications on the applicability of those fibers for a highly sensitive fiber optic current sensor. Laboratory results of the sensor prototype show a linear current relationship for currents below 1 A.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2023 13th IEEE International Workshop on Applied Measurements for Power Systems, AMPS 2023 - Proceedings
Pages1-6
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9798350312409
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Nov 2023
Event13th International Workshop on Applied Measurements for Power Systems: IEEE AMPS 2023 - METAS, Bern, Switzerland
Duration: 27 Sept 202329 Sept 2023

Publication series

Name2023 13th IEEE International Workshop on Applied Measurements for Power Systems, AMPS 2023 - Proceedings

Workshop

Workshop13th International Workshop on Applied Measurements for Power Systems
Abbreviated titleIEEE AMPS 2023
Country/TerritorySwitzerland
CityBern
Period27/09/2329/09/23

Keywords

  • Faraday effect
  • fiber optic current sensor
  • GIC
  • low power instrument transformer

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Instrumentation

Fields of Expertise

  • Sustainable Systems

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