Improvements in Overhead Line Performance

Apr 2013

Electricity Distribution

Reference:

Status: Live

Start Date: Apr 2013

End Date: Unknown

Funding Licencee(s): UK Power Networks

Contact: UKPN Innovation Team

Funding Mechanism Innovation Funding Incentive

Research Area: None

Core Technology(ies): High Voltage Technology

Estimated Expenditure: £200,000.00

Introduction: This report covers a number of smaller projects each less than the de minimis level. Each project investigates different aspects that impact the performance of overhead lines.

Objectives: Improving ratings of lines, assessing the physical condition of support structures, electrical condition monitoring and wildlife deterrents.