Switching Phenomena in High-Voltage Circuit Breakers

by Kunio Nakanishi

Overview

Showing the relation of physics to circuit interruption technology, describes for engineers the switching phenomena, test procedures, and applications of modern, high-voltage circuit breakers, especially SF, gas-blast, and the vacuum types used in medium-voltage ranges. Applies the physical arc mode

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780824785437
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	08/30/1991
Series:	Electrical and Computer Engineering , #75
Pages:	304
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Kunio Nakanishi

Table of Contents

Contributors, 1: OVERVIEW, 2: ANALYSIS AND DESIGN, 3: RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN CIRCUIT BREAKERS, 4: TESTS AND DIAGNOSTICS, Appendix Basic Thermodynamic Equations, Index

Editorial Reviews

Showing the relation of physics to circuit interruption technology, describes for engineers the switching phenomena, test procedures, and applications of modern, high-voltage circuit breakers, especially SF, gas-blast, and the vacuum types used in medium-voltage ranges. Applies the physical arc model to the analysis of a spatial dynamic arc's internal construction and mechanics; reviews various switching apparatus, including gas, gas-insulated, vacuum, and direct-current breakers; and presents the pertinent standards and diagnostic procedures. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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