The high voltage lines are always exposed to some amount of damage. The damage can disturb critical power supply and risk public safety. Even the utilities cannot get rid of such emergencies so, it important to know its causes and how to deal with them.
What are high voltage lines?
High voltage electric transmission lines function to convey electrical energy which is generated from power stations to substations. The electric transmission lines work in various different terrains, slopes and climates to transmit electricity.
The transmission lines are vulnerable to risks which can lead to emergency situations. Such situations like structural or foundational failures can be caused by both natural and man-made factors.
Emergency Restoration
In any situation, the demand is to restore the system back to normalcy. In order to revive the network in emergency restoration, get the transmission lines into operation and restore the supply of electricity in the affected areas.
The emergency restoration process of high voltage transmission lines is a combination of technical and financial planning. One also has to take into account the reduction of costs associated with devastation and rebuilding. The higher restoration time indicates lower cost.
Some restoration measures
Depending on the nature of the damage, emergency restoration can substitute the transmission lines within a few hours. Every effective restoration plan has three crucial parts – planning, emergency materials and training. Some of the emergency restoration measures are -
· Required materials and equipments must be available for immediate use.
· Employing properly trained technicians.
· Special construction methods suitable for different sites.
· Replacing hardware fittings.
· Increasing damping by adding vibration dampers to conductors.
· Use of temporary movable towers.
Causes of failure
· Strong winds with heavy downpour
· Flooding
· Mudslides or debris hitting the towers
· Collision of consecutive towers due to high speed winds
· Non – damping of conductors
· Design defects
· Poor maintenance measures
· Ice storms or ice buildups
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