Strategic Technology Programme Module 3 Cable Networks

Mar 2013

Electricity Distribution

Reference:

Status: Live

Start Date: Mar 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): LV & 11kV Networks

Estimated Expenditure: £415,916.00

Introduction: A DNO research and development collaboration hosted by EA Technology.

Objectives: The Module 3 programme looked at a number of issues with individual cable construction components, such as ducts, sealants, and materials to backfill cable trenches, as well as methods to verify the integrity and condition of cable circuits.