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Spread Spectrum Time-Domain Reflectometry and Frequency Domain Reflectometry to Detect Shielded and Unshielded Cable Moisture Exposure

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OSTI ID:2496652
This work evaluates the feasibility to extend spread spectrum time-domain reflectometry (SSTDR) and frequency domain reflectometry (FDR) electrical cable testing to characterize whether an electrical cable is submerged in water or not and where it may be submerged. Using PNNL’s ARENA cable and motor test bed, shielded and non-shielded electrical cables were evaluated using SSTDR and FDR methods to detect and locate electrical cable exposure to water. Both SSTDR and FDR showed the presence of water with a non-shielded cable. Moisture was only detectable with the shielded cable if the insulation was damaged.
Research Organization:
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC05-76RL01830
OSTI ID:
2496652
Report Number(s):
PNNL-SA-183810
Country of Publication:
Belgium
Language:
English