This article introduces a new dc hybrid circuit breaker (HCB) concept termed electronically
assisted circuit breaker (EACB). A conventional ac mechanical molded case circuit breaker …

In this contemporary era, DC micro grids are become trendy. DC micro grids have numerous
advantages as well as disadvantages. One of the main drawbacks of DC micro grid is short …

Two key challenges in meshed multi-terminal dc (MTdc) grids are line power flow
management and fault current interruption, which can be solved by current flow controllers …

Presently available dc breakers fall into three categories, mechanical, static, and hybrid dc
breakers. With the advent of dc generation, loads, and circuits dc breakers are required for …

Global electricity generation by renewable energy sources and the electrification of the
transportation system are gaining more importance to mitigate climate change. The dc …

Low-voltage DC (LVDC) distribution systems have been initially applied in a variety of
scenarios, and at the same time, higher requirements have been placed on the opening …

This survey provides a comprehensive review of hybrid circuit breakers and their
applications in 1 kV to 800 kV, both alternating current and direct current systems. The paper …

The development of dc transmission and distribution technologies are gaining traction. With
renewable energy being fed to the grid constantly increasing, there is growing interest in …

The development of power electronics is driving high voltage (HV) and medium voltage (MV)
applications based on dc technologies for power transmission and distribution, renewable …

The applications of power semiconductors in circuit-breaker (CB) technology can help
achieve considerable improvement in its performance and possible new capabilities. In this …