Title :
Characteristics of different power systems neutral grounding techniques: fact and fiction
Author :
Angelini, F.J. ; Shipp, D.D.
Author_Institution :
Gilbert Commonwealth Inc., Reading, PA, USA
Abstract :
The characteristics of different power systems grounding techniques as currently applied, and misapplied, within industry today are examined: The concept of a grounding system is reviewed. Safety, National Electric Code requirements, and operational considerations, such as continuity of service, are investigated. Examples of proper applications within various industries are given. Selection criteria are included
Keywords :
earthing; power systems; National Electric Code requirements; neutral grounding techniques; power systems; safety requirements; Circuit faults; Conducting materials; Electrical safety; Grounding; Industrial power systems; National electric code; Power systems; Solids; Transformers; Voltage;
Conference_Titel :
Textile, Fiber and Film Industry Technical Conference, 1991., IEEE 1991 Annual
Conference_Location :
Greenville, SC
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-0053-X
DOI :
10.1109/TEXCON.1991.123141
