Title :
The effect of reactor irradiation on electrical insulation
Author :
Pigg, J. C. ; Bopp, C. D. ; Sisman, O. ; Robinson, C. C.
Author_Institution :
Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, Tenn.
Abstract :
A brief review of the usual causes of insulation deterioration is given. The effect of radiation on these processes is discussed. It is observed that additional factors are present when an insulation is in a radiation field which change both the quality and nature of the insulation.
Keywords :
Electric breakdown; Inductors; Insulation; Materials; Neutrons; Radiation effects; Resistance;
Journal_Title :
American Institute of Electrical Engineers, Part I: Communication and Electronics, Transactions of the
DOI :
10.1109/TCE.1956.6372447
