Title :
Electromagnetic Pulse Effects on a Typical Electric Utility System
Author :
Volzka, Donald R.
Author_Institution :
Wisconsin Electric Power Company
Abstract :
The intense electromagnetic wave generated by a properly placed high altitude nuclear detonation would cause disruption of electrical service to a broad area. The anticipated effects of this wave on various portions of a "typical" utility system are discussed. A proposal is made to provide a judicious level of "hardening" to existing facilities and to update certain facets of the construction of future plants and substations.
Keywords :
Circuit faults; Control systems; EMP radiation effects; Electromagnetic scattering; Frequency; Nuclear power generation; Power generation; Power industry; Power systems; Substations;
Journal_Title :
Power Apparatus and Systems, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TPAS.1984.318534
