Title :
Ground-Fault Conditions in Low-Voltage Systems: Potential Differences Between Exposed Conductive Parts
Author :
Mitolo, Massimo ; Freschi, Fabio ; Haijun Liu ; Tartaglia, M.
Author_Institution :
Eaton Corp., Irvine, CA, USA
Abstract :
In low-voltage systems, ground faults do not necessarily involve the actual earth, but fault currents may return to the source via conductors. Such conductors, which provide a clear path toward the source, are defined in the applicable codes and technical standards as equipment grounding conductors or protective conductors.
Keywords :
conductors (electric); earthing; fault currents; power apparatus; equipment grounding conductor; fault current; ground fault; low-voltage system; potential difference; protective conductor; technical standards; Circuit faults; Conductors; Electric potential; Fault diagnosis; Grounding; Home appliances; Impedance; Low voltage; Resistance;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MIAS.2013.2288397
