Title :
Applications of polymeric outdoor insulation in Japan
Author :
Izumi, Kiyotaka ; Kadotani, K.
Author_Institution :
Central Res. Inst. of Electr. Power Ind.
fDate :
10/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Intensive research and development concerning the application of polymeric outdoor insulations in Japan started about 10 years ago. Research on applying polymeric insulating materials to power systems covers various fields such as insulators and interphase spacers for overhead transmission lines, polymer housing of bushing and surge arresters for substation apparatus, insulators and interphase spacers for distribution lines and insulators for railways. Polymeric insulators and housings for electric power systems are being evaluated to extend their use, focusing on insulation characteristics such as withstand voltage against salt contamination and deterioration through prolonged use. For railways, trial uses of polymeric insulators have been started on commercial lines
Keywords :
polymer insulators; Japan; bushing; distribution line; electric power system; housing; insulator; interphase spacer; overhead transmission line; polymeric outdoor insulation; railway; salt contamination; substation apparatus; surge arrester; withstand voltage; Arresters; Dielectrics and electrical insulation; Insulators; Plastic insulation; Polymers; Power systems; Power transmission lines; Rail transportation; Research and development; Surges;
Journal_Title :
Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, IEEE Transactions on
