Grading of Cables

Grading of Cables

Grading of Cables: The process of achieving uniform electrostatic stress in the dielectric of cables is known as grading of cables. It has already been shown that electrostatic stress in…

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Laying of Underground Cables

Laying of Underground Cables

Laying of Underground Cables: The reliability of Laying of Underground Cables network depends to a considerable extent upon the proper laying and attachment of fittings i.e., cable end boxes, joints,…

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Classification of Underground Cables

Classification of Underground Cables

Classification of Underground Cables: Classification of Underground Cables may be in two ways according to the type of insulating material used in their manufacture the voltage for which they are…

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Insulating Materials for Underground Cables

Insulating Materials for Underground Cables: The satisfactory operation of a cable depends to a great extent upon the characteristics of insulation used. Therefore, the proper choice of Insulating Materials for…

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Construction of Underground Cables

Construction of Underground Cables

Construction of Underground Cables: Fig. 11.1 shows the general Construction of Underground Cables. The various parts are : Cores or Conductors:  A cable may have one or more than one…

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Underground Cables

Underground Cables: Electric power can be transmitted or distributed either by overhead system or by underground cables. The underground cables have several advantages such as less liable to damage through storms…

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