Summary

This TB presents an overview of the literature on localized High Intensity Winds and their effects on OHL, in order to provide a basic understanding of these phenomena from design perspective. Simplified load cases are proposed, recognizing that improvements will follow current and future research efforts, simulations, observations and field data collection.

Additional informations

Publication type Technical Brochures
Reference 350
Publication year
Publisher CIGRE
Study committees
  • Overhead lines (B2)
Working groups TF B2.06.09
File size 1 MB
Pages number 85
Price for non member 160 €
Price for member Free
How Overhead Lines (OHL) Respond to Localized High Intensity Winds - Basic Understanding
How Overhead Lines (OHL) Respond to Localized High Intensity Winds - Basic Understanding