Title :
Connectors - the weak link in the chain!
Author_Institution :
Classic Connectors, Inc., USA
Abstract :
This paper briefly addresses the failure mechanisms of connectors, discusses methods for determining their present state of health, and methods to restore both mechanical and electrical integrity to connectors with a single device, designed to be installed on energized lines without the need for power interruptions.
Keywords :
electric connectors; failure analysis; health and safety; overhead line conductors; connectors; failure mechanisms; overhead electrical conductors; single device; Aging; Aluminum; Conductors; Connectors; Inhibitors; Resistance;
Conference_Titel :
Transmission and Distribution Construction, Operation and Live-Line Maintenance (ESMO), 2011 IEEE PES 12th International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Providence, RI
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4577-0566-3
DOI :
10.1109/TDCLLM.2011.6042224
