DocumentCode
2288113
Title
Utilizing existing transmission structures to support antenna brackets for the communications industry
Author
Niles, George ; Tormollen, Donald L.
Author_Institution
Baltimore Gas & Electr. Co., MD, USA
fYear
1996
fDate
15-20 Sep 1996
Firstpage
85
Lastpage
89
Abstract
Baltimore Gas and Electric Company began leasing space on its transmission structures to wireless carriers in the spring of 1995 in order to generate new revenues and foster growth in the communications industry. Before allowing this nontraditional use of the utility´s facilities, many issues needed to be addressed. This paper examines how BGE designed, installed, and tested a unique antenna mounting system that does not compromise structural integrity, system reliability, or personnel safety
Keywords
antenna accessories; poles and towers; Baltimore Gas and Electric Company; antenna brackets; structural integrity; transmission structures; wireless carriers; Circuits; Communication industry; Electrical safety; Leg; Licenses; Personal communication networks; Poles and towers; Springs; Steel; Transmitting antennas;
fLanguage
English
Publisher
ieee
Conference_Titel
Transmission and Distribution Conference, 1996. Proceedings., 1996 IEEE
Conference_Location
Los Angeles, CA
Print_ISBN
0-7803-3522-8
Type
conf
DOI
10.1109/TDC.1996.545918
Filename
545918
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