Patent ID: 7936542
Filing Date: 2011-05-03
Classification: H02K

Abstract:
1. A ground detection apparatus for use in a power generating system including an excitation circuit and a driven rotatable shaft, the ground detection apparatus comprising: a ground detector ring disposed on the rotatable shaft of the power generating system; a ground detection transmitter mounted on said ground detector ring and in electrical communication with the excitation circuit of the power generating system, wherein said ground detection transmitter is utilized to detect ground faults in the excitation circuit and to send a signal associated with said ground faults detected thereby; a ground detection receiver associated with a stationary portion of the power generation system and in non-contacting communication with said ground detection transmitter for receiving said signal associated with said ground faults detected and sent by said ground detection transmitter; and wherein at least one fastener is utilized to mount said ground detection transmitter to said ground detector ring, wherein said ground detector ring includes at least one aperture formed therein for receiving said at least one fastener, wherein said at least one fastener facilitates a mounting of a mounting structure to said ground detector ring, said mounting structure including said ground detection transmitter mechanically coupled thereto, wherein said mounting structure comprises a bracket being L-shaped in cross section, wherein said bracket is formed from one of aluminum, an aluminum alloy, and a non-conductive material.