Ryan Hugh M. (ed.) High Voltage Engineering and Testing

3rd edition. — Institution of Engineering and Technology, London, United Kingdom, 2013. XXXII, 927 p. — ISBN: 978-1-84919-263-7 (hardback), ISBN: 978-1-84919-264-4 (PDF). — (IET Power and Energy Series 66).This third edition of High Voltage Engineering and Testing describes strategic developments in the field and reflects on how they can best be managed. All the key components of high voltage and distribution systems are covered including electric power networks, UHV and HV. Distribution systems including HVDC and power electronic systems are also considered.This new edition gives details of design and testing techniques and considers recent developments in testing and measuring technology and reviews them together with appropriate strategic technological assessments of some applications. In the book, particular consideration is given to recent developments in UHV, AC and DC transmission systems abroad. Recent developments in renewable energy techniques and environmental issues are also discussed and assessed. This new edition gives details of design and testing techniques and considers recent developments in testing and measuring technology and reviews them together with appropriate strategic technological assessments of some applications. The book also looks at UHV, HV and distribution systems both from the point of view of the provider and the user, covering everything from specification and testing to overall system coordination. The ongoing dynamic changes which have taken place during the past decade are considered, moving on from the early stages of privatisation and market influences in the UK and abroad, to current strategies aimed at optimizing the value of network assets and the effective utilization of alternative renewable energy sources within network frameworks. The book is ideal for engineering students, lecturers, new graduates entering the highvoltage field, practising engineers, consultants and anyone wishing to extend their knowledge in this area.Electric power transmission and distribution systems
Insulation co-ordination for AC transmission and distribution system
Effective application of gaseous/solid insulation systems
HVDC and power electronic circuits
The implications of renewable energy on grid networks
High Voltage Cables
Gas filled interrupters-fundamentals
Switchgear design development and service
Distribution Switchgear
Differences in performance between SF6 and vacuum
Life management of electrical plant a distribution perspective
High voltage bushings
Design of high voltage power transformers
Transformer user requirements, specifications and testing
Basic measuring techniques
Basic testing techniques
Partial discharge measuring techniques
Digital Measuring Technique and Evaluation Procedures
Fundamental aspects of air breakdown
Condition Monitoring of High Voltage Transformers
Integrated Substation Condition Monitoring
Intelligent monitoring of high voltage equipment with optical fibre sensors and chromatic techniques
Some Recent ESI Developments: Environment State-of Art, Nuclear, Renewables, Future Trends, Smart-Grids, Cyber Issues