Special Session 5: Insulation Degradation Characteristics Mechanism, Intelligent Perception and Fault Diagnosis of Power Equipment
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Abstract of Special Session
With the rapid development of new power systems and the increasing complexity of power equipment operation environments, insulation degradation and equipment aging have become critical factors affecting the safety and reliability of power grids. This special session focuses on the degradation mechanisms, intelligent sensing technologies and fault diagnosis methods of electrical power equipment. It covers key research areas including insulation aging mechanisms, advanced sensing technologies, digital twin-based condition monitoring, intelligent operation and maintenance, and safety protection of power equipment. The session aims to promote the development of intelligent perception, accurate diagnosis and life-cycle management technologies for electrical equipment, providing theoretical support and technical solutions for the safe, efficient and sustainable operation of modern power systems.
Topics:
- Degradation Mechanisms and Evolution Characteristics of Electrical Power Equipment (Power Transformers, GIS, Power Cables, Electrochemical Energy Storage Systems and Renewable Energy Generation Equipment)
- Novel Sensor Technologies, Intelligent Sensing Terminals and Condition Monitoring Methods for Electrical Equipment
- Digital Twin Technologies and Their Applications in Intelligent Operation and Maintenance of Power Equipment
- Intelligent Technologies and Safety Protection Strategies for Electrical Power Equipment
- Green Plant-Based Insulating Oils and Other Electrical Insulation Materials
- Power Conversion and Transmission Technologies Under Extreme Environments
- Superconducting Power Technologies and Intelligent Transmission and Distribution Equipment
- Discharge Evolution Mechanisms and Flashover Processes of External Insulation in High-Voltage Power Equipment
- Environmental Effects, Protection Technologies and Design Optimization of External Insulation for Power Transmission and Transformation Equipment
Special Session Chairs
Yuyao Hu, Shandong University of Technology, China
PhD in Engineering, Professor (Shandong University of Technology), and Ph.D. supervisor. Serves as the Vice Dean of the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering the leader of the youth innovation team in higher education institutions in Shandong Province, the Chairman of the Supervisory Committee of Shandong Electrotechnical Society and a member of the Youth Editorial Committee of "Electrical Measurement & Instrumentation" and "Insulators and Surge Arrester". Current research interests mainly focus on insulation discharge characteristics of power transmission and transformation equipment under extreme environments, icing and protection technologies of transmission lines, and insulation aging mechanisms and assessment technologies of electrical equipment.
Xinghan Qiao, China University of Mining and Technology, China
PhD in Engineering, Associate Professor (China University of Mining and Technology), and Master's Supervisor. Serves as a member of the National Technical Committee 300 on Fire Hazard Testing of Electrical and Electronic Products. Former Visiting Scholar at Purdue University, USA. Mainly engaged in teaching and scientific research on high-voltage and insulation technologies, including multi-physics modeling and condition perception of electrical equipment, discharge mechanisms of external insulation under complex environments, and arc resistance of key materials for power equipment. Acts as a reviewer for domestic and international journals including IET High Voltage, IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, IEEE Transactions on Generation, Transmission & Distribution, and Applied Thermal Engineering.
Hongbo Liu, Hebei University of Technology, China
PhD in Engineering, Associate Professor (Hebei University of Technology), and Master's Supervisor. Serves as a Young Top Talent of Hebei Province and a Yuanguang Scholar of Hebei University of Technology. Mainly engaged in teaching and scientific research on condition perception and fault diagnosis of power transmission and transformation equipment, insulation condition assessment and lifetime prediction of electrical equipment, and development and application of advanced electrical materials. Holds concurrent positions as Council Member of Hebei Society of Ordnance Engineering, Senior Member of China Electrotechnical Society, Senior Member of China Electrical Engineering Society, and Member of IEEE. Acts as a reviewer for domestic and international journals including IEEE Transactions, Transactions of China Electrotechnical Society, High Voltage Engineering, and Journal of Electrical Engineering.
Yi Zhang, Nanjing Institute of Technology, China
PhD in Engineering, Lecturer (Nanjing Institute of Technology) and Master’s Supervisor. Mainly engaged in teaching and scientific research on condition perception and fault diagnosis of power transmission and transformation equipment and insulation condition assessment and lifetime prediction of electrical equipment. Holds concurrent positions as Member of JiangSu Electrotechnical Society, Member of JiangSu Electrical Engineering Society. Acts as a reviewer for domestic and international journals including IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery and High Voltage.