Abstract
This paper covers MI evaluation of alternative technologies for powering a remotely located irrigation pump. Five different technologies ranging from a phase-converting Adjustable Speed Drive (ASD) to single-phase Written-pole motor have been studied and evaluated. The technologies that are covered are: Single-phase feeder with a phase-converting ASD, DC feeder with an Adjustable Frequency (AF) inverter drive, three-phase feeder with a soft starter and with AF pulse width modulated (PWM) inverter, and Written-pole motor. Evaluation criteria for optimal selection of the technology among these are grouped into five categories namely Design Adequacy, Operational Readiness, Cost Effectiveness, Producibility, and Compatibility. Initial engineering study showed that the DC feeder with the AF inverter and three-phase feeder with a soft starter options were close in ranking and appeared to be the best solution for this case. We also present a comparative analysis, based on actual field data, of the phase converting ASD and DC feeder technologies for powering an isolated load.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | VI1-VI9 |
| Journal | Proceedings - Frontiers of Power Conference |
| State | Published - 2003 |
| Event | Proceedings 2003: 36th Annual Frontiers of Power Conference - Stillwater, OK, United States Duration: Dec 27 2003 → Dec 28 2003 |
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