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Power Systems Technical Articles

Our experts continuously work on power systems problems, and we share solutions with Practical Reference Articles.

The main topics are earthing system modeling, power cable ratings, HV/LV electrical design, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies. We cover IEC and IEEE standards.

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November 9, 2021

5 mins read

Voltage Drop Calculation Method with Examples

Equations and method with all steps for accurate voltage drop calculations including power factor, cable operating temperature, resistance, reactance, DC, 1-phase or 3-phase, balanced/unbalanced with calculation examples provided.

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November 29, 2021

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Earthing System Types Explained

Low voltage earthing systems include TN-S, TN-C-S, TT, IT and DC. High voltage earthing includes solid, ungrounded, resistance, reactance and resonant.

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May 29, 2019

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Understanding Earth Fault Loop Impedance

The purpose of this document is to provide a better understanding of Fault Loop Impedance, also referred to as Earth Fault Loop Impedance so that the requirements of AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules for safety, design, installation and testing of electrical installation may be met.

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February 27, 2020

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Fundamentals of Earthing Design

Key earthing design concepts covered including Grid Potential Rise, design to reduce touch and step voltages, fault current distribution, effects of soil resistivity and use of rods to improve safety along with calculation and modelling examples.

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