The study of RTV coatings to combat pollution flashover of line insulators began in China during the early 1980s. The first trial application came when Tsinghua University co-operated with the Tianjin Power Bureau and applied coatings to 15 insulator strings on a 35 kV line running near a coastal chemical factory. This ...

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In many countries, construction of new HV and EHV overhead lines has triggered public debate, with special resistance to traditional lattice towers. One way to promote greater public acceptance and minimize visual impact of new lines is by using alternatives such as compact or ‘designer’ structures. This contribution from 2015, by Alexander Braun of Europoles in Germany, ...

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1Bushings are highly reliable components. However, if failed, ...

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The goal of a lightning proof transmission line has been attainable ...

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