The Canada
Research Chair ISOLIME’s facilities have been fully operational only since
March 2007. So far, noticeable progresses have been accomplished. Click here to read the second progress
report.
IEEE EIC 2009
Three papers related to service reliability and
diagnostic of power transformers will be given at the next IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference, EIC 2009,
to be held in Montreal, Canada, June 1 – 3, 2009. Click here to access the
preliminary program.
Book Chapter on Transformer Oils "Application of
Petroleum-Based Oil in Power Transformer" is the 6th chapter in
the recently published book "Natural Gas Research Progress".
To see its cover click here. Should you wish to read the Abstract to this chapter
click here. Should
you intend to order the book click here.
IEEE ICDL IAC Membership
Professor
Fofana has been recently appointed as a new member of the International Advisory
Committee of the IEEE International Conference on Dielectric Liquids (ICDL). Click here to access the list of members.
ISOLIME
The Canada Research Chair (CRC), tier 2, on Insulating Liquids and Mixed
Dielectrics for Electrotechnology (ISOLIME) is active
The
Canada Research Chair (CRC), tier 2, on Insulating Liquids and Mixed
Dielectrics for Electrotechnology (ISOLIME) is active since September 2005.
This CRC involves evaluating performance of insulating liquids and Mixed Dielectrics
by using scientifically sustainable laboratory techniques. The related
research programs have access to the diverse resources available on the
campus as well as equipments provided by collaborators. Combining a variety
of techniques (high tech optical, electrical, mechanical as well as physical
and chemical diagnostic tools), the team of ISOLIME plans to help make the
existing systems more reliable.
By studying the impact of electrical, thermal,
mechanical, environmental and chemical stress on insulating liquids, new
methods to hinder the oxidation decay of oil-paper insulation will be tested.
Thus, the service reliability of aging power transformers considered capital
investments in every country infrastructure can be enhanced and their life
expectancy extended. Emphasis will be laid on the development and improvement
of diagnostics and monitoring tools.
An additional objective is to foster the
development of new products, including biodegradable liquids with proven
dielectric properties. By knowing more about the mechanisms of aging and
deterioration processes of insulating materials, system operators will be in a
better position to make appropriate decisions to avoid blackouts. Another
important objective is to train highly qualified personnel, in this field of
strategic importance for the economy in Canada and especially in developing
countries.
Chairholder : IssoufFofana
Phone number : (418) 545-5011 ext. 2514
ISOLIME
