Ananwattanaporn, Santipont
Loading...
Preferred name
Ananwattanaporn, Santipont
Alternative Name
Ananwattanaporn, S.
Ananwattananporn, Santipont
Main Affiliation
Email
santipont.an@kmitl.ac.th
43 results
Now showing 1 - 10 of 43
- Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Classification of Capacitor Bank Switching Using Fuzzy Interference Systems in 230 kV Substation(2024-01-01) ;Patcharoen, Theerasak; ; ; Lertwanitrot, PraikanokFlexible AC transmission systems are used for enhancing the stability, transmission efficiency, and reliability of AC grids. Additionally, the most cost-effective devices for compensating reactive power are Mechanically Switched Capacitors (MSCs). This study proposes a novel algorithm for detection and capacitor bank switching transient signals in MSC, to prevent the protective relay maloperation by these transients. The Discrete wavelet transform (DWT) is used for effective time-frequency analysis and detection of measured three-phase current signals. DWT extracts the detailed wavelet coefficients of current signals at levels 1 to 30. In addition, the fuzzy inference system (FIS) has been used to determine the type of switching transient. The proposed combination of FIS and DWT has been tested on 230 kV substation and the result demonstrated precision for the identification and classification of both transient signals in MSC with 88% accuracy rate. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Development and Testing of a High-Precision Current Transformer Terminal Inspection System(2026-01-01) ;Sripakarach, Panot ;Sreewirote, Bancha ;Songsukthawan, PanapongThis paper presents the development and rigorous testing of an advanced current transformer (CT) terminal inspection system, signifying a major leap in electrical engineering diagnostics. Originating from the need to enhance the reliability and safety of electrical power systems, this system addresses the critical challenge of accurately identifying CT terminal conditions, which are fundamental for the proper functioning of protective relays and metering equipment. Utilizing state-of-the-art microcontroller and sensor technologies, the system precisely identifies the polarity and terminal configurations of CTs. A series of 20 trials were conducted on a varied selection of transformers, analyzing four crucial parameters: CT size and capacity, core material composition, turn ratio, and manufacturer-specific differences. The outcomes consistently highlighted the system’s superior diagnostic capabilities, accurately determining CT terminal conditions and polarity. The system’s design ensures efficient and safe operations, especially in complex and hazardous settings. These findings underscore the system’s reliability and robustness, indicating its potential as an indispensable tool for maintaining operational integrity and safety in various electrical applications. The successful development and validation of this system mark a notable advancement in the field, offering new avenues for enhanced diagnostics in electrical engineering. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Analysis of Investment Feasibility for EV Charging Stations in Residential Buildings(2025-09-01) ;Chiradeja, Pathomthat; ;Sottiyaphai, Chayanut; Klomjit, JittiphongThis study investigates the financial and operational feasibility of deploying electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure within high-density residential buildings, utilizing empirical operational data combined with comprehensive financial modeling. A 14-day monitoring period conducted at a residential complex comprising 958 units revealed distinct charging behaviors, with demand peaking during weekday evenings between 19:00 and 22:00 and displaying more dispersed yet lower overall utilization during weekends. Energy efficiency emerged as a significant operational constraint, as standby power consumption contributed substantially to total energy losses. Specifically, while total energy consumption reached 248.342 kW, only 138.24 kW were directly delivered to users, underscoring the necessity for energy-efficient hardware and intelligent load management systems to minimize idle consumption. The financial analysis identified pricing as the most critical determinant of project viability. Under current cost structures, financial break-even was attainable only at a profit margin of 0.2286 USD (8 THB) per kWh, while lower margins resulted in persistent financial deficits. Sensitivity analysis further demonstrated the considerable vulnerability of the project’s financial performance to small fluctuations in profit share and utilization rate. A 10% reduction in either parameter entirely eliminated the project’s ability to reach payback, while variations in energy costs, capital expenditures (CAPEX), and operational expenditures (OPEX) exerted comparatively limited influence. These findings emphasize the importance of precise demand forecasting, adaptive pricing strategies, and proactive government intervention to mitigate financial risks associated with residential EV charging deployment. Policy measures such as capital subsidies, technical regulations, and transparent pricing frameworks are essential to incentivize private sector investment and support sustainable expansion of EV infrastructure in residential sectors. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, An Evaluation Study on Electric Appliance Characteristics and Load Patterns in Residential Buildings(2026-01-01) ;Thongsuk, Surakit ;Songsukthawan, Panapong; ;Sottiyaphai, ChayanutEnergy usage in residential buildings has been constantly increasing as work-from-home trends continue to maintain popularity. To improve energy efficiency, the load profile and electric appliances in households need to be established and analyzed. This study aims to evaluate the characteristics of electric appliances that are commonly used in residential buildings under various operating conditions. An experimental setup with household electric appliances was built, and power quality meters were installed to assess the patterns under various operating conditions. In addition, the usage patterns were used to construct the daily load profile and analyze the energy consumption in residential buildings. The results demonstrate that load patterns constructed from actual measurements can achieve an accurate depiction of energy usage in residential buildings. The obtained load profile can be used in load control to improve energy efficiency and the application of renewable energy in demand reduction. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Power quality analysis in light emitting diode lamps(2016-07-25); Lighting system plays an important role in every life to increase quality of life and working efficiency. As population increase, urban area has been grown rapidly resulted in increased energy consumption in every section including lighting system. With the current attention in energy and environment issue, many governments have set policy to increase energy efficiency. In lighting system, conventional luminaire with low energy efficiency has been replaced with newer technology with low energy consumption and high energy efficiency such as light emitting diode (LED). Today, LED luminaire has taken considerable proportion of market share; however, the main concern regarding changing conventional lamp toward LED is power quality. This paper aims to study power quality issue in term of generated harmonics from lighting system consisting of LED lamps. The result indicates that LED lamps generate significant amount of current harmonic and cause a distortion in waveform. Thus, it needs taking power quality issue into account before replacing or installing LED into lighting system. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Transient Analysis to Distinguish Mechanically Switched Capacitors Using Discrete Wavelet Transform and Artificial Intelligence(2026-01-01) ;Thongsuk, Surakit ;Bunjongjit, Sulee; ; Capacitor banks are widely used in modern power systems for reactive power compensation and voltage regulation. However, switching operations of mechanically switched capacitors (MSCs) can generate transient phenomena, such as inrush currents, which may resemble fault currents and lead to misoperation of protection systems. Therefore, accurate detection and classification of transient events are essential for reliable system operation. This study proposes a hybrid approach for transient signal analysis and classification by integrating the discrete wavelet transform (DWT) with artificial intelligence (AI) techniques, including probabilistic neural networks and fuzzy inference systems (FIS). The DWT performs time–frequency analysis to extract multi-scale wavelet features from three-phase current signals. The proposed method enables both discrimination between inrush and fault currents and multi-class classification of transient events among six capacitor switching conditions, namely base case, pre-insertion resistor, pre-insertion inductor, current limiting reactor, 6% reactor, and synchronous closing. The methodology is validated using PSCAD/EMTDC simulations under isolated and back-to-back capacitor switching scenarios. The results demonstrate that the proposed DWT–AI approach achieves high classification accuracy exceeding 95%, outperforming conventional methods based on DWT alone and DWT combined with FIS. Furthermore, the proposed method improves protection system performance by reducing false tripping caused by transient inrush currents, while maintaining reliable fault detection capability. The findings confirm that integrating time–frequency signal processing with AI-based classification provides an effective and practical solution for transient event discrimination in MSC capacitor bank systems. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Combining Fuzzy Logic and Discrete Wavelet Transform for Accurate Fault and Inrush Current Classification in High Voltage Capacitor Banks(2024-01-01) ;Songsukthawan, Panapong ;Patcharoen, Theerasak; ; The high voltage capacitor bank is a critical component in substations, essential for maintaining power quality and system stability. However, these banks are susceptible to faults and inrush currents, posing significant operational challenges. This paper presents a method for accurately classifying fault and inrush currents in high voltage capacitor banks using Fuzzy Logic and Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT). The DWT decomposes current waveforms into frequency components, enabling the extraction of features that characterize faults and inrush currents. These features are processed by a Fuzzy Inference System (FIS), which classifies the events based on predefined rules and membership functions. The integration of DWT and FIS provides a robust framework for distinguishing between different types of faults and inrush currents with high accuracy. Simulation results demonstrate the proposed method's efficacy, showing improved performance in classification accuracy and noise robustness compared to traditional techniques. This research enhances monitoring and protection systems in power networks, ensuring more reliable operation of high voltage capacitor banks. Implementing this method allows for better fault management and minimized downtime, leading to improved overall system efficiency and stability. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Power Quality Improvement Based on Active Harmonic Filter in 24 kV Liquefied Natural Gas Industrial Plant’s Photovoltaic System(2026-06-01); ;Patcharoen, Theerasak ;Lothongkam, Chaiyaporn; Lertwanitrot, PraikanokThis paper presents a case study demonstrating the power quality improvements in a 24 kV distribution system at a liquefied natural gas (LNG) industrial plant with variable speed drives (VSDs), the conventional capacitor bank, and a rooftop solar photovoltaic system. Solar photovoltaic (PV) inverters can supply harmonic currents to the grid, potentially affecting the system and causing maloperation of sensitive equipment in both the utility systems and neighboring industries connected to it. Therefore, the installation of shunt active power filters (APFs) in a 400 V system was proposed in this study. The installed locations were varied, and the corresponding power qualities were analyzed. The results were examined in terms of design and harmonic elimination. Simulations were conducted using the PSCAD/EMTDC software version 4.5. The power quality simulation and field measurement results after the APF installation were compared to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed solutions. The addition of APFs was found to improve the power quality. In addition to the mechanism analysis, the economic feasibility of the proposed approach was investigated. The costs of APF installation in various locations were analyzed. The results show that the proposed method can improve the power supply at a reasonable price. This work contributes to sustainable industrial energy systems by improving the reliability and power quality of photovoltaic-integrated electrical networks, thereby supporting higher penetration of renewable energy resources and stable low-carbon industrial operation. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Financial feasibility of electric vehicle charging stations in Thailand: An analysis of operational models and energy costs(2025-07-01) ;Chiradeja, Pathomthat ;Sottiyaphai, Chayanut; Despite the increasing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and the associated charging stations, the variances in EV charging station models and diversity of energy costs have not been effectively studied to date. Therefore, this study examines the financial viability of EV charging stations in Thailand by analysing the effects of operational models, charger counts, and fluctuating energy costs. The profitability, payback periods, and investment returns of various types of EV charging stations are evaluated by combining financial analysis tools and historical energy cost data. The results indicate that small-scale charging stations with 1–3 chargers demonstrate superior financial viability, achieving internal rates of return (IRR) of 24.18–39.86 % and payback periods ranging from 3 to 4 years, depending on the tariff model. By contrast, stations with more than three chargers experience extended payback periods, with some configurations failing to recover investment within the project duration owing to increased capital expenditures and operational costs. This study also emphasises the critical role of dynamic energy pricing in the financial modelling of charging stations. Electricity costs vary significantly between conventional and low-priority stations, with energy costs for conventional stations being up to 23 % higher. The financial feasibility of EV charging stations in Thailand presents competitive advantages in terms of investment attractiveness and return on capital compared with higher energy cost regions with fewer financial incentives. The findings have significant implications for station operators, investors, and policymakers, highlighting the need for strategic planning and adaptive pricing strategies in EV charging infrastructure development. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, An Approach for Voltage Drop Improvement in Distribution Line Using High-Voltage Capacitor Bank(2025-01-01) ;Songsukthawan, Panapong; ;Thongsuk, Surakit ;Phannil, NatthanonBunjongjit, SuleeDistribution line voltage drops cause power losses and a general decline in the efficiency of the electrical power system. In this study, PSCAD software is used to evaluate the elements that impact the voltage drop in the distribution line, including distribution line length, electric load power factor, and electric load capacity, both with and without capacitor bank installation. The 22-kV overhead distribution line in Thailand served as the basis for the simulation model’s creation. It has been suggested to install capacitor bank-based techniques to increase voltage on distribution lines. The findings show that the voltage drop is significantly influenced by the distribution line distance, electric load power factor, and electric load capacity. The voltage drop can be minimized to the greatest extent by properly arranging capacitor banks.
