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Lightning protection system – How much of design and material is really needed?
Within this article, an overview of fundamental principles regarding design and construction of lightning protection system (LPS) will be given. Relevant IEC 62305 standard will be used as a reference…....
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Jun 28, 2019 | By Miodrag Kokotovic
Energy and Power
Fire behaviour and construction safety precautions for installation of cables and conductors
Although the type of cable and conductor is the determining factor in the fire behaviour of ducts and conduits, the choice of cable tray type and the installation of the… Read more
Jun 05, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Electrical design of healthcare facilities (essential system requirements)
Due to the critical nature of the care being provided at healthcare facilities and their increasing dependence on electrical equipment for preservation of life, they have special requirements for the… Read more
Apr 01, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Earthing facts and terms you should always remember
While working as an electrical engineer, I learned that there are a dozen things you must remember, especially the ones that concern the safety. Whether you are in the electrical… Read more
Mar 04, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
5 most important aspects of external protection against the effects of lightning
Analysis of the lightning risk takes numerous factors into consideration. This article will shed the light on one of factors – protection of the structures and its five most important… Read more
Feb 27, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
Safety
People response to short-term exposure to electric fields of AC transmission lines
Short-term exposures to electric fields produced by AC transmission lines and stations can be pretty serious and may be classified according to the type of effect causing a sensation in… Read more
Jan 30, 2019 | By Edvard Csanyi
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The logic behind switchgear interlocking systems in substations
Switchgear interlocking is installed to protect both the equipment and the operator from dangerous situations caused by incorrect equipment operation. It can be categorized as operational interlocking and safety, or…...
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Dec 07, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Neutral earthing systems of generator sets (gensets)
Generator sets have specific features that must be taken into account for protection against electric shocks. Mobile sets cannot be connected to earth and their connection by means of a… Read more
Nov 08, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Low Voltage
Why Ground Fault Protection Matters and Which Scheme For Sensing Ground Faults To Choose
A ground fault normally occurs in one of two ways: by accidental contact of an energized conductor with normally grounded metal, or as a result of an insulation failure of… Read more
Mar 19, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Measurements and Calculations Of Earth Electrode Systems (BS 7430)
System earthing involves the provision of a connection to the general mass of earth. This connection should have a resistance not greater than that required to operate safety mechanisms to… Read more
Feb 26, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
What does a good grounding of the power substation and switching station really mean?
Provision of adequate grounding in a substation and switching stations are very important for the safety of operating personnel as well a electrical devices do not rise above tolerable thresholds… Read more
Dec 18, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Lock-out tag-out practice and seven other steps that save lives
Lock-Out / Tag-Out (LOTO) refers to the specific practices and guidelines to safeguard employees from the unexpected start-up, movement, activation, energizing, release of energy, etc of machinery, equipment, plant, systems… Read more
Jun 16, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Dangerous magnetic field exposure near transformer substation in the building
Transformer substations located close to the living areas could induce high long-term exposures to extremely low frequency magnetic fields of nearby inhabitants. Some of the researches have shown increased risk… Read more
May 05, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Three main techniques for mitigating step and touch potential hazards
Mitigating step and touch potential hazards is usually accomplished through one or more of the following three main techniques. Understanding the proper application of discussed techniques is the key to… Read more
Apr 07, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
Datacenters
Never underestimate electrostatic discharge (ESD) while working with data networking equipment
Let’s start with basics you probably already know, but nevertheless. It’s important to explain the basics first. Electrostatic Discharge (or ESD) refers to the transfer of electrostatic charge between bodies… Read more
Mar 08, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
