Title :
Distribution underground cable evaluation
Author :
Rudasill, C.L., Jr. ; Ward, D.J.
Author_Institution :
Richmond, VA, USA
fDate :
7/1/1997 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The evaluation of the total life cycle costs of underground power cable alternatives is an important analysis performed by distribution engineers. While it is a straightforward application of engineering economics, it must avoid significant distortions and deal effectively with uncertainty. The unique procedure described herein uses a simple, yet rigorous, approach for addressing future replacement costs and avoiding length of study period distortion when different lives are being considered. In addition, a concise and informative way of dealing with the major uncertainty-that of projected cable life-is included
Keywords :
costing; distribution networks; economics; power cables; underground cables; underground distribution systems; engineering economics; future replacement costs; power cable life projection; total life cycle costs; uncertainty; underground power distribution cable; Costs; Delay; Dielectric losses; Finance; Investments; Performance analysis; Performance evaluation; Power cables; Propagation losses; Uncertainty;
Journal_Title :
Power Delivery, IEEE Transactions on
