Generic PD resistance characteristics of polymer nanocomposites

Toshikatsu Tanaka*, Tomonori Iizuka

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Generic PD (Partial discharge) resistance characteristics of polymer nanocomposites are discussed mainly on thermosetting epoxy nanocomposites containing silica, alumina, titania, silicon carbide and layered silicate nano fillers. Generic PD erosion process comprises a process of erosion of epoxy to be impeded by nano fillers and interfaces. It is stressed that only epoxy regions can be eroded. Three-dimensional (3D) segmentation of epoxy by nano fillers is a dominant factor to increase PD resistance. When nano fillers are small in size, and interfacial thickness is large, increased PD resistance can be expected. The interfacial thickness is related to interaction zones. Addition of coupling agents will increase and tighten the interaction zones. Nano fillers tend to remain on the surface of nanocomposites under test. This performance will also help increase PD resistance.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2010 Annual Report Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena, CEIDP 2010
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2010 Dec 1
Event2010 Annual Report Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena, CEIDP 2010 - West Lafayette, IN, United States
Duration: 2010 Oct 172010 Oct 20

Publication series

NameAnnual Report - Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena, CEIDP
ISSN (Print)0084-9162

Conference

Conference2010 Annual Report Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena, CEIDP 2010
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWest Lafayette, IN
Period10/10/1710/10/20

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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