A Rule-Based Approach for Navy Ship System Arc Fault Control

The electric power distribution systems of Naval Ships require autonomous control under all operating conditions. In some instances, natural or forced disturbances lead to arc faults between conductors and/or the hull of the ship. This paper develops a Rule-Base (RB) approach for arcing fault control with appropriate recommendations that minimize the effect of the arc current. The proposed technique applies an Intelligent Systems (IS) solution strategy to solve a unique and complex problem that is of value to the Navy.