Summary

The short-circuit current levels in HV and EHV networks have been increasing considerably in recent decades and further increases may be expected in the future. High levels of short-circuit current in substations results in high mechanical stresses and in some cases, displacements, on bus systems, connections to apparatus, substation equipment and bus supports.

Additional informations

Publication type Technical Brochures
Reference 006
Publication year
Publisher CIGRE
Study committees
  • Substations and electrical installations (B3)
Working groups WG 23.02
File size 7 MB
Pages number 103
Price for non member 200 €
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Mechanical effects of short-circuit currents in open air substations
Mechanical effects of short-circuit currents in open air substations