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HVDC circuit breakers

Course outcomes:
Upon the successful completion of this course, the students will be able to,

CO1: Understand the modern trends used in HVDC circuit breakers


CO2: Explain the characteristics of HVDC circuit breakers

Course contents:
Introduction to HVDC circuit breakers, construction, principle, switching energy, interruption of DC
current, Type of HVDC Circuit Breakers, capability and characteristics of HVDC circuit breakers,
requirements of HVDC circuit breakers, Applications of HVDC circuit breakers.
References:
1. Padiyar, K.R., HVDC Power Transmission Systems, New age international publications, 3 rd
edition, 2017
2. Kundur P., P.S. Stability and Control, McGraw- Hill, Inc., 1994
3. C.L. Wadhwa , Electrical Power Systems, New age International Pvt Limited. 6 th edition,
2010

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