A data centre can consist of a large group of networked servers and associated power distribution, networking, and cooling equipment, all that application consumes enormous amounts of energy as a small city, which are driving to a significant increase in energy inefficiency problems in data centre, and high operational costs. Also the massive amounts of computation power contained in these systems results in many interesting distributed systems and resource management problems. In recent years, research and technologies in electrical engineering and computer science have made fast progress in various fields. One of the most important fields is the energy consumption in data centre. In recent years the energy consumption of electronic devices in data centre, as reported by. Choa, Limb and Kimb, nearly 30000000 kWh of power in a year, may consume by a large data centre and cost its operator around £3,000,000 for electricity alone. Some of the UK sites consume more than this. In the UK data centre the total power required are amid 2-3TWh per year. Energy is the largest single component of operating costs for data centres, varying from 25-60%. Agreeing to many types of research, one of the largest losses and causes of data centre energy inefficiency power distribution is from the uninterruptible power supply (UPS). So a detailed study characterized the efficiencies of various types of UPSs under a variety of operating conditions, proposed an efficiency label for UPSs, also investigate challenges related to data centre efficiency, and how all new technologies can be used to simplify deployment, improve resource efficiency, and saving cost. Data centre energy consumption is an important and increasing concern for data centre managers and operators. Inefficient UPS systems can contribute to this concern with 15 percent or more of utility input going to electrical waste within the UPS itself. For that reason, maximizing energy efficiencies, and reduce the power consumption in a data centre has become an important issue in saving costs and reducing carbon footprint, and it is necessary to reduce the operational costs. This study attempts to answer the question of how can future UPS topology and technology improve the efficiency and reduce the cost of data centre. In order to study the impact of different UPS technologies and their operating efficiencies. A model for a medium size data centre is developed, and load schedules and worked diagrams were created to examine in detail and test the components of each of the UPS system topologies. The electrical infrastructure topology to be adopted is configured to ‘2N’ and ‘N+1’ redundancy configuration for each UPS systems technologies, where ‘N’ stands for the number of UPS modules that are required to supply power to data centre. This work done at RED engineering designs company. They are professionals for designing and construction of a new Tier III and Tier IV data centres. The aim of this work is to provide data centre managers with a clearer understanding of key factors and considerations involved in selecting the right UPS to meet present and future requirements.

As descargas atmosféricas sempre foram tratadas como acontecimentos fortuitos e de força maior, inerentes à vontade do homem. Contudo, mudanças significativas a esse respeito ocorreram recentemente na legislação brasileira, no Código Civil e na norma ABNT NBR 5410: 2004 (Instalações Elétricas de Baixa Tensão). Além disso, em 29 de abril de 2004 foi publicada a Resolução Normativa nº 61 da ANEEL, que estabelece as disposições relativas ao ressarcimento de danos, em equipamentos elétricos instalados em unidades consumidoras, causados por perturbações no sistema elétrico. De acordo com essa nova visão, as descargas atmosféricas devem ser tratadas como fenômenos que podem ter as suas conseqüências previstas, evitadas ou ao menos minimizadas, fazendo com que os custos associados não sejam considerados simplesmente como prejuízos, mas sim passíveis de ressarcimento junto à concessionária. Tais fatores, aliados à inexistência de uma metodologia comum para análise dos prejuízos causados por esse fenômeno, motivaram a realização deste trabalho, que teve por objetivo avaliar os custos decorrentes de descargas atmosféricas em sistemas de distribuição de energia. Além de aspectos técnicos e jurídicos, são discutidos os custos referentes à energia não fornecida, danos em equipamentos, mão-de-obra e ressarcimento de pedidos de indenização por danos (PIDs). Discute-se ainda, embora de forma superficial, a importância de contabilização do custo da imagem da empresa junto aos consumidores. Finalmente, apresenta-se uma metodologia para determinação de tais custos, a qual é aplicada a casos reais, com comparação e análise dos resultados obtidos em diferentes situações. / Lightning discharges have always been treated as Acts of God and force majure events, inherent to man?s will. However, significant changes to this regard have recently occurred in the Brazilian Law, in the Civil Code and on the Brazilian Standard ABNT NBR 5410: 2004 (Low Voltage Electric Installations). In addition, on April 29th, 2004, ANEEL Normative Resolution No. 61 was published, which establishes the provisions regarding reimbursement of damages in electrical equipment installed in consumer units, caused by disturbances in the electrical system. According to this new version, the lightning discharges must be treated as phenomena which may have their consequences foreseen, avoided or at least minimized, causing the associated costs to be considered not only as losses, but also entitled to reimbursement with the operator. Such factors, allied to the non-existence of a common methodology for the review of the losses caused by such phenomenon, motivated the development of this work, which aimed at assessing the lightning-related costs in power distribution systems. In addition to the technical and legal aspects, the costs regarding non-supplied power, equipment damage, labor and indemnity claims (PIDs), are also discussed. Although superficially, the importance of taking into account the cost of the company?s image with the consumers is also discussed. Finally, a methodology for the determination of such costs is presented and applied to actual cases, with comparison and analysis of the results obtained in different situations.

FundaÃÃo Cearense de Apoio ao Desenvolvimento Cientifico e TecnolÃgico / This work deals with the theoretical analysis, design methodology and laboratory implementation of a 3kVA on-line mode Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) composed by a multilevel inverter based on a transformer with multiple secondaries and an active power factor correction input stage composed by a diode rectifier in series with a boost converter.The main motivation for this study is to assess the benefits of multilevel inverters in low power (<10kVA) applications. A 3kVA Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) with output and input voltage of 220V and 60Hz, has been implemented. Simulation and experimental results for a single phase prototype are conducted to validate the proposed idea. The utilization of low frequency operation inverters promotes low EMI, lower switches stresses, very low commutation losses and consequently higher efficiency. The multilevel converter here used isolates the load from the grid due to the multi-windings transformer intrinsic to the topology. The on-line mode of the UPS (no battery mode) has been implemented. Simulation and experimental results for a single-phase prototype are presented to validate the proposed converter. The UPS presented an efficiency of 90% / Este trabalho apresenta a anÃlise teÃrica, metodologia de projeto e implementaÃÃo do modo rede de um sistema ininterrupto de energia (UPS) na configuraÃÃo on-line, utilizando um inversor multinÃvel e um prÃ-regulador com correÃÃo de fator de potÃncia. O inversor baseia-se num transformador que opera em baixa freqÃÃncia com mÃltiplos secundÃrios isolados, em que a tensÃo multinÃvel na saÃda à formada atravÃs da combinaÃÃo dos enrolamentos secundÃrios do transformador por chaves de potÃncia estÃticas operando em baixa freqÃÃncia. O prÃ-regulador à composto por uma ponte completa de diodos em sÃrie com um conversor boost. A motivaÃÃo para este estudo consiste em avaliar os benefÃcios da utilizaÃÃo de inversores multinÃveis em baixas potÃncias (<10kVA) em UPS, com Ãnfase nos rendimentos das topologias. A utilizaÃÃo do inversor multinÃvel operando em baixa freqÃÃncia garante menores Ãndices de EMI, menores esforÃos de tensÃo e corrente nos semicondutores da estrutura, desprezÃveis perdas por comutaÃÃo e consequentemente maior rendimento. A estrutura utilizada possui ainda a caracterÃstica de garantir isolamento galvÃnico da rede elÃtrica com a carga atravÃs da utilizaÃÃo do transformador intrÃnseco desta topologia. O prÃregulador possui uma topologia que garante facilidade de implementaÃÃo e alto rendimento. O modo rede de um sistema ininterrupto de energia de 3kVA com tensÃo de entrada e saÃda de 220V e 60Hz, foi implementado. As simulaÃÃes e os resultados experimentais para um protÃtipo monofÃsico sÃo apresentados para a validaÃÃo da estrutura. O rendimento mÃximo obtido para o protÃtipo foi de 90%.

Orientador: Jose Manoel Balthazar, Helder Anibal Hermini / Dissertação (mestrado) - Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Faculdade de Engenharia Mecanica / Made available in DSpace on 2018-08-07T00:18:42Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 Rafikova_Elvira_M.pdf: 3918519 bytes, checksum: 739b1ab8bbabb497b9c71ffc87975974 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2006 / Resumo: Esse trabalho investiga um sistema dinâmico não- ideal que pertence a uma classe especial dos sistemas dinâmicos. O objeto de estudo desse trabalho é um rotor que consiste de um disco preso a uma barra elástica e excitado por uma fonte de energia de potência limitada. O sistema se desloca transversalmente e verticalmente além de possuir uma coordenada de rotação. Um estudo numérico do problema é realizado para investigar a dinâmica não-linear do sistema. Simulações numéricas tais como: diagramas de espaço de fase, curvas de resposta em freqüência, diagramas de bifurcação e expoentes de Lyapunov mostram uma forte influência da fonte de energia na resposta do sistema e revelam oscilações regulares e irregulares. Além disso, o efeito Sommerfeld é observado, assim como o salto na resposta em freqüência quando o parâmetro de controle do motor é variado. Finalmente comprova-se que os regimes irregulares presentes no movimento do sistema tem uma natureza caótica / Abstract: This work investigates a non- ideal dynamic system that is a special group of dynamics systems. The object studied in this work is a rotor composed of an elastic shaft carrying a disc which is excited by a limited power supply. The system has tranversal and vertical displacement and a coordinate of rotation of the disco A numerical study is done here in order to investigate the non-linear dynamics of the system. Numerical simulations such as: space-state diagrams, frequency response diagrams, bifurcations diagrams and Lyapunov exponent show the strong influence of the energy source on system response, and reveal regular and irregular motions. Besides, Sommerfeld effect is observed, as well as the jump in system response, when a control parameter of the energy source is varied. Futhermore, it is shown that the irregular regimes that occur in the system's motion are of chaotic nature / Mestrado / Materiais e Processos de Fabricação / Mestre em Engenharia Mecânica

Submitted by Geandra Rodrigues (geandrar@gmail.com) on 2018-01-10T17:04:37Z No. of bitstreams: 1 raphaelfranciscofirmianoteixeira.pdf: 2043800 bytes, checksum: c1621a5e2f6c91e329bbc4cd21d1701b (MD5) / Approved for entry into archive by Adriana Oliveira (adriana.oliveira@ufjf.edu.br) on 2018-01-23T11:53:03Z (GMT) No. of bitstreams: 1 raphaelfranciscofirmianoteixeira.pdf: 2043800 bytes, checksum: c1621a5e2f6c91e329bbc4cd21d1701b (MD5) / Made available in DSpace on 2018-01-23T11:53:03Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 raphaelfranciscofirmianoteixeira.pdf: 2043800 bytes, checksum: c1621a5e2f6c91e329bbc4cd21d1701b (MD5) Previous issue date: 2017-08-30 / Frequentemente os valores dos parâmetros exigidos em um Contrato de Fornecimento de Energia Elétrica para consumidores não industriais são estimados com base na previsão de demanda utilizando o método “Naive”, por vezes, com algum ajuste empírico, o que pode gerar um contrato não-ótimo para o consumidor. Exemplo desse tipo de consumidor são as universidades, principalmente as públicas, por possuírem dimensões físicas consideráveis. Em consumidores com esse tipo de comportamento, a elaboração de um perfil de demanda baseado em estudo do funcionamento das instalações torna-se algo muito complicado. Tendo em vista tratar-se de um consumidor pertencente ao Serviço Público, há a necessidade de Contratos definidos com critérios suficientemente claros, haja vista a pressão dos órgãos de controle. Mais ainda quando se considera o uso responsável e eficaz do dinheiro público. Portanto, métodos com base na previsão de demanda do consumidor, em função do seu histórico e capazes de uma aproximação maior com a realidade, seriam importantes para obter contratos com valores financeiros minimizados. Tendo os dados de Demandas Registradas da Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora e dados auxiliares de Temperaturas e Calendário de Aulas, desenvolvemos um método que testa previsões realizadas por métodos lineares (Médias Móveis, ARIMA e Holt-Winters), com previsões realizadas por métodos não- lineares (Redes Neurais). Comparamos estas previsões, e a melhor foi levada a um processo de otimização utilizando Algoritmos Genéticos. Essa otimização revelou dados ótimos para o Contrato e os respectivos custos. A previsão com melhor desempenho foi a obtida utilizando-se Redes Neurais, sem os dados auxiliares. A otimização levou a escolha da Tarifa Azul, com previsão de ganhos econômicos para a UFJF. / The values of the parameters required in a Contract of Electric Power Supply are often estimated with bases on the demand forecasted using the “Naive” method, for nonindustrial consumers. Sometimes, the method suffers some empirical adjustment, which can generate a non-optimal contract for the consumer. Universities (in special the public ones) are examples of these type of consumers since they have considerable physical dimensions. The elaboration of a demand profile for these type of consumers, based on a study of the operation of the facilities, is a complicated task. Because the consumer is part of the Public Service, there is a need for Contracts defined with sufficiently clear criteria, given the pressure of the control bodies, particularly when the responsible and effective use of the public money is considered. Therefore, methods based on the consumer demand forecast in function of consumer’s history, and capable of greater approximation with reality, would be important to obtain contracts with minimized financial values. A method was developed based on data of the registered demands of the Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF), and Temperature and Class Calendar adjuvant data. The method tests the predictions made by linear (Moving Averages, ARIMA and Holt-Winters) and by non-linear methods (Neural Networks). The predictions were compared and the best one was taken to an optimization process using Genetic Algorithms. The optimization revealed optimal data for the contract and its costs. The prediction that showed the best performance was the one obtained using Neural Networks without the adjuvant data. The optimization led to the choice of the “Tarifa Azul”, with possible economic gains for UFJF.

O presente trabalho trata da análise da dinâmica de um pêndulo simples excitado em seu suporte por um mecanismo biela-manivela de forma ideal e não-ideal. No caso ideal, verifica-se que o resultado da excitação por este tipo de mecanismo se aproxima do resultado da excitação harmônica de suporte do pêndulo quando o raio da manivela é suficientemente pequeno em comparação com o comprimento da biela. A equação diferencial do sistema é resolvida numericamente e resultados do comportamento pendular são obtidos através de mapas de fase, histórico no tempo e seções de Poincaré. Expoentes de Lyapunov são, também, obtidos para a análise de casos caóticos posteriormente comparados com diagramas de bifurcação. Bacias de atração são desenhadas para os resultados estáveis do pêndulo: oscilatórios ou rotativos. Os resultados obtidos para a excitação por biela-manivela são dos mesmos tipos de movimento observados no caso do pêndulo excitado harmonicamente no suporte, entre eles: ponto fixo, oscilação, rotação pura, oscilação-rotação e o caos. Para a frequência de ressonância principal observam-se resultados caóticos em faixas mais largas de amplitude quando o raio de manivela se aproxima do comprimento da biela. Em frequências ressonantes menores nenhuma relação desse tipo pôde ser estabelecida. Uma análise utilizando o mesmo mecanismo é também feita com excitação por potência limitada de um motor elétrico linear de corrente contínua onde se investigou o efeito de feedback dado pelo pêndulo sobre o motor. Esses resultados são comparados com o caso ideal com a manivela acionada com rotação constante. Observa-se uma supressão do caos no caso não-ideal em casos de menor potência no motor. Entretanto, quando a potência de motor é maior, o modelo ideal coincide com o não-ideal. / In this analysis it was studied the dynamics of a simple pendulum excited by a crank-shaft-slider mechanism in the support ideally and non-ideally. In the ideal case, it was verified the result for an excitation by a crank-shaft-slider approaches to the result of the harmonically excited pendulum when the radius of the crank is sufficiently small in comparison with the length of the shaft. The resultant differential equation is solved numerically and the results of pendulum behavior are obtained by phase portraits, time histories and Poincaré sections. It is also calculated the Lyapunov exponents for the chaotic cases in analysis and a comparison is performed with bifurcation diagrams in the same regions. Basins of attractions are plotted for stable results like oscillatory and rotational solutions. In the results observed for the crank-shaft-slider excitation there are kinds of motion similar to those observed in the harmonic excitation: fixed points, oscillation, pure rotations, oscillation-rotations and chaos. However, in the principal resonance zone, chaotic results were more frequent when the radius of crank approaches the shaft length. A brief analysis is done concerning the same mechanism, but considering the excitation by limited power supply of a linear DC motor. In the sequence it is checked the feedback effect from the pendulum over the motor and comparison with the respective ideal excitation is accomplished where differences are commonly observed. With greater power the ideal model coincides with the nonideal model. In cases of lower power, the two models diverge in the results.

This paper presents the design and development of a novel Arc Welding Power Supply utilizing a modified two-switch forward converter topology. The proposed design improves the power quality by improving power factor to near unity and reducing total harmonic distortion. State space analysis of the proposed circuit showed that the circuit followed a boost-buck input output relationship. Simulation of the circuit was first implemented in LTspice to verify the functionality of the new topology. Hardware implementation of the proposed design was built on a scaled-down prototype for a proof-of-concept of the new topology. The prototype specifications were created for a 5A, 20V output with a 20-24V, 60Hz input. This project demonstrated that the proposed new topology was successful in obtaining a near unity power factor and a total harmonic distortion of less than 2%. Additionally, the prototype followed the simulation and calculations of a boost-buck function while varying duty cycle, and the final measurements aligned well with waveforms from the simulation.

The following work deals with a design of switched mode power supply. In this essay, there is detailed description of non-isolated and isolated topologies of SMPS, used in industry. Next, there are calculations for design and analysis which are needed for space design. There will also be selected devices, which could be used in final device. Based on experience and ECSS requirements, there will be chosen parameters of SMPS, which could be then used as a module for future space design. Chosen topology of SMPS will be created as engineering model assembled with commercial components. One part of this work is dedicated to design and realization of planar transformer and coupled inductor.

Cílem této práce je navrhnout a sestavit napájecí zdroj pro notebooky různých výrobců pro použití v osobních a nákladních automobilech a na motocyklech s výstupním výkonem až 120W. Výsledný zdroj obsahuje USB-C konektor pro podporu napájení notebooků a chytrých zařízení s podporou Power Delivery, dále USB-A konektor s podporou Quick Charge 3.0 a také 12V automobilovou zásuvku pro možnost připojení dalšího automobilového příslušenství. Napájecí zdroj dále disponuje ochranou proti přepětí a přepólování vstupního napětí a také ochranou proti přetížení jednotlivých výstupů. Součástí zařízení je také LED displej, který uživateli umožňuje pomocí vstupního rozhraní jednoduše nastavit výstupní napětí pro notebook a sledovat aktuální hodnoty všech výstupů. Pro nastavování výstupu, indikaci a ochrany je použit mikrokontroler Arduino Nano.

This master’s thesis work deal with diagnosis parameters immunity curves uniphase appliance on short - term voltage dips a interuption. Immunity curve is dependence smallest possible sizes RMS voltage for performance given to criteria function on time continuation voltage event. Curves of resistance is different for each electric appliance, and depending on the size and over-voltage network, the burden on resources and voltage during the event.. The goal of this work is to devise a methodology for measuring the implementation of parametric measurement limit curves of resistance for selected types of appliances.