A Review of System Calibration in the PEA Method Used for Space Charge Measurement

Conference Paper (2025)
Author(s)

X. Yu (TU Delft - High Voltage Technology Group)

G. Lagerweij (Prodrive Technologies)

P. Vaessen (TU Delft - High Voltage Technology Group, KEMA Laboratories)

A. R. Mor (Universitat Politécnica de Valencia)

M. G. Niasar (TU Delft - High Voltage Technology Group)

Research Group
High Voltage Technology Group
DOI related publication
https://doi.org/10.1109/CEIDP61707.2025.11218436
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Publication Year
2025
Language
English
Research Group
High Voltage Technology Group
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Pages (from-to)
424-427
Publisher
IEEE
ISBN (print)
979-8-3315-8903-5
ISBN (electronic)
979-8-3315-8902-8
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Abstract

The PEA(pulsed electro-acoustic) method is widely used for measuring space charge distribution in insulation materials. However, the measured quantity reflects a voltage curve over time rather than the actual space charge distribution. Therefore, establishing a calibration procedure is crucial to determine the relationship between these two quantities. This calibration procedure aims to convert the measured voltage into the spatial distribution of space charge while correcting for non-idealities such as distortion and attenuation. This paper outlines the main steps of the PEA system calibration and provides a detailed discussion on the selection of the reference signal. Furthermore, recommendations are provided to enhance the accuracy and reliability of the calibration process.

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