Title :
Electrical performance of conductive suits
Author :
Hotte, P.W. ; Gela, G. ; Mitchell, J.D., Jr. ; Lyons, P.F.
Author_Institution :
Kettleby, Ont., Canada
fDate :
7/1/1997 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Induced suit and body currents are described and evaluated. A suit and body resistance model is used to evaluate the effect on wearer comfort of suit resistance and suit-to-body bonding. Suit resistance is not constant, but depends on the measuring current. The resistance increases with laundering, and its effective value falls sharply in a strong electric field. Mechanisms are proposed to explain these effects. A recommendation is made regarding the maximum suit resistance
Keywords :
electromagnetic induction; electromagnetic shielding; maintenance engineering; power systems; protection; safety; conductive suits; electrical performance; induced body currents; induced suit currents; laundering; live working; maintenance personnel safety; resistance recommendations; strong electric field; suit resistance; suit-to-body bonding; wearer comfort; Clothing; Conducting materials; Electric resistance; Electrical resistance measurement; Fabrics; Immune system; Insulation; Sparks; Voltage; Yarn;
Journal_Title :
Power Delivery, IEEE Transactions on
