Research Content

Research content for distribution safety and work practices

Arc Flash

Analysis and protection options for arc flash in medium-voltage and low-voltage scenarios

Approaches to detect and prevent live, downed conductors

Analysis of grounding and personnel protection on underground, overhead, and vehicle scenarios

Evaluation and tests of equipment and technologies to protect distribution workers

Approaches to reduce serious injuries and fatalities

Analysis and protection options for arc flash in medium- and low-voltage scenarios

Approaches to detect and prevent live, downed conductors on distribution systems

Analysis of grounding and personnel protection on overhead, underground, and vehicle scenarios

Evaluation and tests of equipment and technologies to protect distribution workers

Approaches to reducing SIFs

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