A catalogue record for this book is available from the british library isbn 978 0 580 50899 8. Principal author of epri transmission line reference red book, 200 kv and above, chapter 6 lightning protection and main technical contributor to the upcoming grey book lightning and grounding. Principal author of epri transmission line reference red. Lightning protection products platt electric supply. In addition to lightning equipotential bonding, surge protection measures must be taken to protect electrical installations and systems. Does anybody know if it is available in any university library. Transmission line reference book 345 kv and above epri 1982. The electric power research institute epri unveiled an updated and expanded. It has been updated twice by the authors and now being published as lightning protection of aircraft which is known in the industry as the text book. Protection against lightning a uk guide to the practical application of bs en 62305 michael l henshaw mba, i. Eritech lightning protection systems this catalog details ericos eritech range of lightning protection products to meet the needs of points 1 and 2 of the six point plan.
The text supports a onehour lecture on the treatment of lightning protection in the epri transmission line reference books, red 200 kv and above, 3rd edition and blue 115345 kv compact line. Fundamentals of lightning protection systems page 1 of 14 fundamentals of lightning protection systems, edition 1c september 2011. The installation of protection systems, which are designed to intercept lightning strikes and carry the electrical current safely to the ground, can reduce the potential for damage, says iii spokesman michael barry. Transmission tower lightning protection and grounding. Trax electrical characteristics of ehvuhv conductor configurations and circ tr. Many organizations such as the electric power research institute epri, usa and the lightning safety institute, as well as manufacturers of lightning protection hardware offer design services using computer applications which help in assessing the lightning risk and designing the. The lightning protection industry began in the united states when benjamin franklin postulated that lightning was electricity, and a metal rod could be used to carry the lightning. The first edition was originally published in 1979. He coauthored a reference book on icing for ieeewiley and a textbook for mcgraw hill and contributed chapters to the epri red, blue, and grey books and the crcieee electric. This book is very good at covering a lot of basic lightning science related to lightning protection systems.
Book, 200 kv and above, chapter 6 lightning protection. Due to its high price i discard buying it but as i am a lecturer in a university, i could ask for an interlibrary loan. As far as lightning rods and lightning arrestors go, ibc is completely silent on this matter. The book is only available directly from lightning technologies, inc. A roadmap for design, testing, and remediation, epri, palo alto, ca. Basic lightning protection is covered in standard building techniques a properly bonded and grounded structure is inherently lightning resistant from a lightning rod standpoint. Epri ac transmission line reference book200 kv and above, third edition. Lightning physics and lightning protection eduard m. The authors first discuss the effectiveness of conventional protective measures, supply technical advice and practical recommendations, and explore the prospects for the preventive control of a lightning leader, followed by a discussion of the. Use emtp or another transient program to model a lightning strike to a distribution line as in figure. Open access lightning discharge and fundamentals of lightning protection vladimir a. Noor syed, msee, eit associate application engineer.
Modified and calculated reliability of microsoft data center power distribution design to 99. Which of the following can cause damage to distribution equipment. On site testing of lightning protection devices after a severe thunderstorm with multiple tower strikes, how is a technician to know if the coaxial lightning protectors are still operating properly. The unique features of this system allow optimum performance, flexibility of design, and overall costeffective installation. It was expanded upon in 1990 with inputs from rod perala, president of ema. Copper lightning protection materials shall not becopper lightning protection materials shall not be installed on aluminum roofing, siding or otherinstalled on. Lightning protection testing is carried out every 11 months, so that over a 12 year period your system has been tested in every month. Proper lightning protection is an important aspect of designing a safe amateur radio station. Red book transmission seminars are a hit, more courses added by popular demand classroom instruction and field activities complement epris landmark reference on transmission line design to transfer expert knowledge to a new generation of engineers. Since our beginning, thompson has sought to be the industry leader in manufacturing the highest quality conductors and components. Knowhow on surge and transient protection the ability to troubleshoot and fix grounding and surge problems a good understanding of lightning and how to minimize its impact on your facility some working knowledge of basic electrical engineering principles is required, although there will be a revision at the beginning of the book.
For more information on the range of products designed to cover points 3 through 6, please request a copy of the eritech grounding, cadweld electrical. Epri is at the center of a quickly evolving energy landscape. Open access lightning discharge and fundamentals of. Electrical analysis tools nathan brazy power line systems.
Impulse protection 3 attenuated and elongated common mode impulse travels on coax. The electric power research institute epri leads research, development. This is the canonical book for engineers seeking to understand the effects of lightning on aircraft as well as practical measures for protecting aircraft against lightning effects. Here at key electrical we test to the bs en 62305 standard to ensure your lightning protection system is up to date and inspected correctly. Voltage on line will exceed arc plug specification arc plug will fire. Amateur radio station grounding and lightning protection.
A shortduration difference in potential between conductive objects that a person may contact when personal protective grounds or a grounding system conduct fault current. Protection cip standards aimed at protecting the electric power grid from. This is the origin of dotfaact8922 aircraft lightning protection handbook september 1989. It is written for scientists, engineers, and others who deal with systems that protect buildings, aircraft, and the people inside them from lightning. There are some obvious visual indications of damage such as. Selected station of a single span wire positions from the displayed weather case calculations based on epri red book methodology graphs and tabular report display wire positions. I am a learning transmission design and would like some help with lighting protection.
Epri ac transmission line reference book 200 kv and. Amateur radio station grounding and lightning protection formation of lightning lightning occurs during nimbostratus clouds in snow storms, dust storms, nuclear explosions and volcanic eruptions. Protection against lightning a uk guide to the practical. The lightning protection institute is a nationwide notforprofit organization founded in 1955 to promote lightning protection education, awareness, and safety. Practical earthing, bonding, lightning and surge protection.
I used the cdegs software to create a uniform model of the soil using resistivity data collected. With significant challenges facing the electric industry and the world, we are always seeking top talent with handson experience to address issues as they relate to the generation, delivery, use, management and environmental responsibility of global electricity. P35 overhead transmission electric power research institute. Lightning, surge protection and earthing of electrical. Distribution substation an overview sciencedirect topics. The book had to be revised and enlarged due to changes in. Spent 20072008 at the university of quebec at chicoutimi, cowriting a book for and teaching lightning protection. Nec article 280 and 285 arent much help either, but then, nec is a. Buy epri ac transmission line reference book 200 kv and above, third edition 3rd by r. If lightning equipotential bonding, surge protection and external lightning protection measures are properly implemented, they reduce failure in case of direct lightning strikes to a minimum.
Insulation design for switching surge, lightning, and contami nation. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Epri lightning protection design workstation tom mcdermott electrotek concepts, inc. Pdf the text supports a onehour lecture on the treatment of lightning protection in the epri transmission line reference books, red 200.
The basis of conventional lightning protection technology. Epri issues updated red book powergrid international. Spent 20072008 at the university of quebec at chicoutimi, cowriting a. For 30 years, transmission engineers around the world have turned to the red book to con firm design parameters, select technology, optimize designs, defend decisions, and brush up on nonroutine topics. We were the first in our industry to implement a major upgrade to pressure diecast rather than traditional sand casting for our major bronze and aluminum fittings. In the present work a thorough investigation of lightning incidence phenomena on a full scale cargo ship has been conducted. I would like to know if epri red book 3rd edition is worth having a look at because i have seen that it has a huge price.
The most important change affecting this example is the reduction of critical flashover voltage at 2 microseconds, in the case of long spans. Fortunately, emp protection has been studied by dennis bodson, w4pwf, and effective mitigation strategies published in qst. Recently, many amateurs have become concerned about possible damage from emp, or electromagnetic pulse. Pdf epri ac transmission line reference book200 kv and. The distribution substation is an assemblage of equipment for the purpose of switching, regulating, and changing the level of supply voltage from subtransmission level to primary distribution level. Power transformers circuit breakers disconnecting switches. The latest red book modernizes theories and techniques for. Epri ac transmission line reference book200 kv and above.
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