霍爾效應傳感為智能電網提供電流測量

　　智能電網的高效運行依賴于在高分辨率測量電流水平和其他參數的能力。智能電網應用的另一個關鍵特征是增加了小型可再生能源的使用。這些系統要求使用逆變器轉換的太陽能或風源捕獲的電力與電網分布兼容的交流信號。在控制回路中需要電流傳感器以確保滿足這些條件。本文著眼于霍爾效應電流傳感技術，以及它如何可以應用到智能電網。

　　智能電網依賴于精確的實時數據，以確保設備，控制電力輸送，并與電網接口，保持在峰值效率運行。網格上的傳感器捕獲的數據可以發現潛在的故障點形成和提醒運營商的問題或激活功能，可以執行補救行動。這是導致電源分配單元（PDU）安裝執行輸出功率的精確測量及其特點。

　　A key additional feature of smart-grid applications is the increased use of small-scale renewables. These systems demand the use of inverters to convert the electricity captured from solar or wind sources to an AC signal compatible with grid distribution. The AC must be synchronized to the grid and have low harmonic distortion but this can be challenging to achieve.

　　In the case of photovoltaics， an inverter is required to convert the DC generated by each of the cells to a suitable AC power output. Electrical current sensors are needed for the inverter’s control loop in order to ensure proper connection to the grid. The sensors must accurately measure both AC and DC currents and have good dynamic performances. Very fast response time is required to react quickly to any change in the grid and shut off or disconnect the system before damage occurs. A high output bandwidth enables the system to measure high frequency AC currents and harmonics in order to ensure that the delivered power meets the stringent targets for power quality imposed by the electricity suppliers.