Research on intelligent algorithm-assisted multi-objective robust design method for thermal disconnectors
Author Names:
Shenmao Huang, Yufeng Zhuang, Zhengjie Huo, Chengchao Feng, Guofang Xia, xinze he
Author Affiliation:
Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, Beijing, China
Author Email:
2446727477@qq.com
Publication Date:
February 26, 2026
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DOI Number:
https://doi.org/10.1177/14727978251391337
Abstract:
As the core protective component within molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs), the performance consistency of the thermal trip unit is critical to grid safety and equipment lifespan. To overcome limitations of traditional methods in multi-objective optimization and tolerance control, this study constructs a framework integrating an enhanced Multi-Objective Particle Swarm Optimization (MOPSO) algorithm with Monte Carlo simulation. A coupled thermo-electro-structural multi physics model was established on ANSYS Workbench. The enhanced MOPSO, featuring dynamic inertia weights and adaptive learning factors, successfully co- optimized thermal response time and tripping force, yielding Pareto-optimal solutions with optimized bimetal dimensions (l = 40mm,δ= 0.4mm ). Validation showed the thermal response time at 1.3In reduced to 640s, a 22.89% improvement. A quantitative protection margin model (η) was proposed to evaluate tolerance and current fluctuation impacts. Monte Carlo simulation (5000 samples) guided a tolerance-current control strategy, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate for the robustness criterion (η >=1.2 ). This work provides a solid foundation for efficient design and scalable manufacturing of low-voltage appliances.
Keywords:
Thermal trip unit; Enhanced multi-objective particle swarm optimization (MOPSO); Monte Carlosimulation; Thermo-electro-structural multiphysics model; Bimetallic strip; Thermal response time; Trippingforce; Protection margin; Manufacturing tolerances
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