Distribution Line Design - Volume 2: Conductors
In Distribution Line Design - Volume 2: Conductors, you'll learn ...
- How to calculate sag and tension
- The various types of ruling spans
- How to minimize the effects of Aeolian vibration
- Methods for calculating proper clearances
Overview
This 3-hour course is the second in a series of three courses about the mechanical design of electric power distribution systems. The volume addresses conductor issues including sag, ruling spans, design tensions, Aeolian vibration, and clearances.
This course is divided into ten short chapters. It begins with an explanation of sag and tension in bare conductors. Ruling spans are explained including the various types of ruling spans. Conductor tensions and tension limits are reviewed. Example calculations are provided. Aeolian vibration is discussed as well as how to minimize the effects of Aeolian vibration. NESC conductor clearances are explained and methods for calculating proper clearances are discussed.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explain how sag and tension calculations are performed.
- Describe the concept of a ruling span.
- Design conductor tension requirements.
- Calculate conductor sags.
- Determine conductor clearances on structures.
- Calculate maximum spans based on vertical clearances.
- Determine the maximum spans for non-parallel conductors
Certificate of Completion
You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a multiple-choice quiz consisting of 20 questions. PDH credits are not awarded until the course is completed and quiz is passed.
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