Title :
Above ground detection and interpretation of transient signals on underground power distribution systems
Author :
Weeks, Walter L. ; Steiner, J.P.
Author_Institution :
Purdue Univ., West Lafayette, IN, USA
Abstract :
A relatively simple system for recording any high voltage/current transients that occur on underground power distribution systems is described. Experimental data resulting from faults on two different 15 kV class URD systems with helical neutrals is presented. A procedure for and discussion of the interpretation of the data is also presented in some detail. The most obvious application is for immediate fault location but the remarkable reproducibility of the data suggests other applications
Keywords :
fault location; power system measurement; power system transients; underground residential distribution systems; 15 kV; URD systems; above ground detection; fault location; helical neutrals; high current transients; high voltage transients; transient signals; underground power distribution systems; Cable shielding; Circuit faults; Connectors; Oscilloscopes; Power distribution; RF signals; Reproducibility of results; Surges; Testing; Voltage;
Conference_Titel :
Transmission and Distribution Conference, 1994., Proceedings of the 1994 IEEE Power Engineering Society
Conference_Location :
Chicago, IL
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-1883-8
DOI :
10.1109/TDC.1994.328445
