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High Voltage Technology
Hochspannungstechnik
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:19:41
Abstract
High voltages and /or high electrical field stresses are present in many fields of electrical engineering. Therefore it is the goal of this lecture to make the students familiar with the basic problems which are connected to high field stresses and application of high voltages. The connection between theoretical considerations and practical application should become clear.
Objective
High voltages and /or high electrical field stresses are present in many fields of electrical engineering. Therefore it is the goal of this lecture to make the students familiar with the basic problems which are connected to high field stresses and application of high voltages. The connection between theoretical considerations and practical application should become clear.
Content
Basic phenomena connected to gaseous, fluid and solid dielectrica. Dielectric breakdown mechanisms. Dimensioning of high voltage components by employment of theoretical considerations and computer modelling tools (small project). Sources of overvoltages (switching and lightning). Overvoltage protection. Investigation of dielectric stresses by computer modelling (small project). Insulation co-ordination.
Resources
Lecture Notes
- M. Beyer, W. Boeck, K. Möller, W. Zaengl: Hochspannungstechnik, Springer-Verlag, 1986- A. Küchler: Hochspannungstechnik, VDI Verlag, 1996, Additional scripts.
Literature
div. Lehrbücher
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 180 minutes
- Aids
- Alle Hiilfsmittel erlaubt
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Hochspannungstechnik |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise | Hochspannungstechnik |
|
2 h weekly |