Title :
Cycle 22: geomagnetic storm threats to power systems continue
Author :
Kappenman, John G. ; Albertson, Vernon D.
Author_Institution :
Minnesota Power, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Abstract :
The power system problems posed by solar cycle 22, which began in late 1986 and is turning out to be one of the most active sunspot cycles on record, are discussed. The particular vulnerability of nuclear power plants is argued. Approaches to mitigating the problem are considered. The need for more data to enable geomagnetic storms to be forecast accurately is stressed, and some planned and proposed programs are described.<>
Keywords :
magnetic storms; nuclear power stations; power systems; solar activity; geomagnetic storm; nuclear power plants; power systems; solar cycle 22; sunspot cycles; Geomagnetism; Magnetic flux; Magnetic separation; Power engineering and energy; Power grids; Power industry; Power measurement; Power system measurements; Power systems; Storms;
Journal_Title :
Power Engineering Review, IEEE
