Lightning research plan. Final report

Technical Report · Mon Mar 01 04:00:00 EST 1982

OSTI ID:5342735

Mark, D A

The application of effective lightning protection depends to a great extent on a good working knowledge of the number and characteristics of the lightning strokes reaching earth. Research projects using state-of-the-art instrumentation can establish a valid data base of lightning stroke characteristics all over the territory of the US enabling the utilities to improve their surge protection. The improved knowledge of lightning stroke characteristics will be a starting point in establishing better lightning protection schemes and improved analytical methods for lightning protection. The objective of this project is to prepare a comprehensive, coordinated and cost effective plan for undertaking future lightning research projects that will be applicable to the improvement of distribution system surge protection. The main investigative work of the project included the following: state of the art study in lightning research to determine the availability of lightning stroke data and instruments for data gathering; the use of analytical methods in distribution system surge protection and the need for further analytical work; and identification of research performed by others and its applicability to the utility industry. The results of these investigations are used in the proposed research plan that incorporates the recommended projects, identifies priorities and expected costs.

• Research Organization: Ebasco Services, Inc., New York (USA)
• OSTI ID: 5342735
• Report Number(s): EPRI-EL-2289; ON: DE82903144
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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24 POWER TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION
ELECTRIC DISCHARGES
ELECTRIC UTILITIES
ENERGY SYSTEMS
EQUIPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES
HAZARDS
LIGHTNING
OVERVOLTAGE
PLANNING
POWER SYSTEMS
PUBLIC UTILITIES
RESEARCH PROGRAMS
SAFETY
SURGES