Overhead Assets

Program 180.001

The goal of this research is to provide utilities with the information needed to make decisions regarding overhead distribution assets. Research areas include improving overhead line reliability and resiliency, identifying opportunities to improve equipment performance and longevity, and evaluating inspection and maintenance approaches that could identify and extend the life of failing components.

2023 Deliverables | Upcoming Meetings | Project At-a-Glance

Program Manager: Ross Barrette

Overview

Introduction to the overhead distribution assets project


2024 Research Plans • How to engage • FAQ • Upcoming meetings

Research Updates

Includes status updates of ongoing research, a meeting/webcast calendar, and links to 2023 deliverables


Monitoring and Diagnostics • Component Reliability • Structure Design

Research Content

Research content for distribution overhead


Line Design • Component • Reliability • Inspection • Maintenance