Different Types of DC Distributors

Different Types of DC Distributors: Different Types of DC Distributors - In the beginning of the electrical age, electricity was generated as a direct current and voltages were low. The…

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Overhead vs Underground System

Overhead vs Underground System: The distribution system can be Overhead vs Underground System. Overhead lines are generally mounted on wooden, concrete or steel poles which are arranged to carry distribution…

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AC Distribution System

AC Distribution System: Now-a-days electrical energy is generated, transmitted and distributed in the form of alternating current. One important reason for the widespread use of alternating current in preference to…

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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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Circuit Constants of a Transmission Line

Circuit Constants of a Transmission Line: In any four terminal network, the input voltage and input current can be expressed in terms of output voltage and output current. Incidentally, a…

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Long Transmission Line Voltage

Long Transmission Line Voltage: It is well known that line constants of the transmission line are uniformly distributed over the entire length of the line. However, reasonable accuracy can be…

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Medium Transmission Line Voltage

Medium Transmission Line Voltage: In short transmission line calculations; the effects attic line capacitance are neglected because such lines have smaller lengths and transmit power at relatively low voltages (<20…

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Corona

Corona: When an alternating potential difference is applied across two conductors whose spacing is large as compared to their diameters, there is no apparent change in the condition of atmospheric…

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