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Impact of induction stoves penetration over power quality in Ecuadorian households

Abstract:

This research deals with the possible effects on electrical power quality in Ecuadorian households due to induction stoves penetration. For this purpose, several voltage and harmonic current measurements have carried out in a prototype house in Quito D.M, considering different models of induction cookers. These home appliances are currently sold within the framework of the Energy Efficiency Program (EPC) for Cooking in Ecuador. Finally, the achieving results demonstrate that induction stoves are not a significant harmonic source; therefore, they do not generate a considerable increment of harmonic distortion levels in the residential sector.