Numerical Investigations for Vibration and Deformation of Power Transformer Windings under Short-Circuit Condition

Abstract

The analysis of the dynamic process of winding destabilization under sudden short-circuit conditions is of great importance to accurately assess the short-circuit resistance of power transformers. Based on magneto-solid coupling, an axisymmetric model of the transformer and a 3D multilayer model of the transformer considering the support components are established, respectively, and the short-circuit electromagnetic force (EF) is simulated by using the finite element method. It is concluded that the middle layer of the winding is subjected to the larger radial EF, while the axial EF has a greater effect on the layers at both ends. Moreover, the impression of the preload force, aging temperatures, and the area share of spacers on the vibration and deformation of windings are studied under short-circuit conditions. The overall distribution of plastic strain and residual stress in the winding is symmetrical, and the maximum values occur in the lower region of the middle of the winding. Finally, considering the material properties of disks and insulating components, the cumulative effect of plastic deformation under multiple successive short-circuit shocks is calculated. Compared with the traditional axisymmetric model of transformer, the three-dimensional multilayer model of the transformer established in this paper is more suitable for the actual winding structure and the obtained results are more accurate.