The Case of the Transformer That Hummed at Midnight 20260827 120235 Meeting Recording

A transformer that hums only at midnight presents both a mystery and a learning opportunity. This webinar explores how seemingly minor design tolerances, magnetic flux anomalies, load harmonics, and resonance phenomena can manifest as audible or electrical disturbances. Participants will be guided through investigative methodologies that combine acoustic analysis, power quality assessment, and magnetic field modelling to uncover the root causes. The session offers practical insights into diagnosing transformer behaviour and ensuring long-term reliability. Presenter: Emeritus Professor Akhtar Kalam Professor Akhtar Kalam is a supervisor of EIT’s Doctoral students. He has worked at Victoria University since 1984 and recently associated with the Institute for Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities. He is the Editor in Chief of Australian Journal of Electrical & Electronics Engineering. Further, he has Distinguished Professorship position in many national and international institutions. He has been recognized internationally and nationally for his research. He is regularly invited to deliver lectures, work on industrial projects, and examine external theses overseas. Professor Kalam is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Victoria (PEV), Fellow of EA, IET, AIE, a life Senior Member of IEEE, NER, APEC Engineer, IntPE (Aus) and a member of CIGRE AP B5 Study Committee. ------------- The Engineering College of Technology (ECT) is a UK-recognised higher education provider specialising in engineering. It is affiliated to the well-established Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) – an accredited Australian education and training provider. -------------- FOLLOW US! Website: www.ect.ac.uk Instagram: https://tn5cfl.s.gy/v2pyGB Facebook: https://tn5cfl.s.gy/IXx2ts LinkedIn: https://tn5cfl.s.gy/hrJ2mX ----------------- Registered UK Higher Education Provider | UKPRN: 10089771 -- All content in this video is current as of the date of upload.