This book is an invaluable reference source dealing with the general principles of the switchgear function and discussing topics such as interuption techniques, fault level calculationsm switching transients and electrical insulation.
This book is an invaluable reference source dealing with the general principles of the switchgear function and discussing topics such as interuption techniques, fault level calculationsm switching transients and electrical insulation.
Stan Stewart worked for A. Reyrolle and Co. Ltd for over 20 years. In 1979 he joined Brush Switchgear Ltd as Chief Designer, later joining the board as Technical Director. Mr Stewart moved to East Midlands Electricity in 1990 and then joined GEC ALSTOM Distribution Switchgear Ltd as Technical Director in 1991 before retiring in 1998. During his career, Mr Stewart served for total of 18 years as a member of the BEAMA Switchgear Technical Committee and was responsible for leading the design team which produced the UK's first indigenous SF6 circuit breaker, the 145kV type SPL in 1977, followed by the 245kV SPL.
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Chapter 1: Basics and general principles Chapter 2: Interruption techniques Chapter 3: Fault level calculations Chapter 4: Symmetrical and asymmetrical fault currents Chapter 5: Electromagnetic forces and contact design Chapter 6: Switching transients Chapter 7: Insulation Chapter 8: Operating mechanisms Chapter 9: Primary switchgear Chapter 10: Cable connected secondary switchgear Chapter 11: Overhead conductor connected secondary switchgear Chapter 12: High-voltage fuse-links Chapter 13: Switchgear type tests Chapter 14: Product conformity, quality control and service problem resolution Chapter 15: Cost of ownership Chapter 16: The future Chapter 17: Further reading Chapter 18: National, International and customer Specifications
