DocumentCode
1516047
Title
Henry W. Clothier: the `metalclad´ man
Author
Wright, Alan
Volume
8
Issue
2
fYear
1999
fDate
4/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Firstpage
59
Lastpage
65
Abstract
The article explores some of the factors and personalities involved in the introduction of ironclad (or metalclad) switchgear in 1906. This unique British response to the safety of switching in electricity supply systems was mainly due to the efforts of one engineer: Henry Clothier. Although his `metalclad´ vision was restricted by existing economics and technology, the essential principles are still evident in modern switchgear practice
Keywords
biographies; history; switchgear; Henry Clothier; biography; electricity supply systems; ironclad switchgear; metalclad switchgear; modern switchgear practice; safety; switching; technology history;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Engineering Science and Education Journal
Publisher
iet
ISSN
0963-7346
Type
jour
DOI
10.1049/esej:19990206
Filename
768494
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