Title :
Analysis of current density distributions over the cross-section of OPGW cables using an analytical model and the FEM numerical method
Author :
Pinho, João T. ; Dmitriev, Victor ; Da Costa, Karlo Q. ; Gonzalez, Luciana ; Colle, Sérgio ; Andrade, Marcelo A. ; Da Silva, Joao C V ; Bedia, Mauro
Author_Institution :
Fed. Univ. of Para, Para
fDate :
Oct. 29 2007-Nov. 1 2007
Abstract :
Multiconductor OPGW cables have a double function: they serve for lightning protection and as a communications channel. In this work, we present some results of the analysis of current density distributions in these cables obtained by an analytical method and using the FEMLAB software.
Keywords :
current density; current distribution; finite element analysis; lightning protection; optical cables; telecommunication channels; FEM numerical method; FEMLAB software; communications channel; cross-section; current density distributions; double function; lightning protection; multiconductor OPGW cables; optical ground wire cables; Aluminum; Analytical models; Communication cables; Current density; Eigenvalues and eigenfunctions; Electromagnetic waveguides; Frequency domain analysis; Maxwell equations; Optical fiber cables; Steel; Cables; current density; waveguide theory;
Conference_Titel :
Microwave and Optoelectronics Conference, 2007. IMOC 2007. SBMO/IEEE MTT-S International
Conference_Location :
Brazil
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-0661-6
Electronic_ISBN :
978-1-4244-0661-6
DOI :
10.1109/IMOC.2007.4404386
