Live-Line Operation and Maintenance of Power Distribution Networks

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Excellent reference outlining the technical basis and working principles of live-line working, with current application technology, tools and working methods

  • Introduces live-line working technology for the operation and maintenance of medium and low voltage power distribution networks, covering both the methods and techniques of live-line working on distribution networks with O&M field practices and experiences
  • Elaborates the technical basis and working principles of live-line working in detail, with current application technology, tools and working methods
  • Combining theory and practice closely, it provides technical guidance and helpful references to technical personnel who are engaged in distribution operation management, as well as related academics and researchers
  • Written by a team of authors with extensive experience in both industry and academic fields, providing first-hand testimony of the issues facing electricity distribution companies, and offering sound theoretical foundations and rich field experiences

Chapter

1.2.4 Development From Live Line Working to Non‐Service Interruption Working

1.3 Power Supply Reliability and Power Outage Losses

1.3.1 Reliability Indexes

1.3.2 Analysis of Indexes of Power Supply Reliability

1.3.3 Power Outage Losses

1.4 Analysis of Effect of Working Techniques

References

Chapter 2 Distribution Grid and Its Working Techniques

2.1 Basic Concept of Distribution Grid

2.2 Basic Configuration of Distribution Grid

2.2.1 Distribution Network Configuration

2.2.2 Composition of Overhead Distribution Lines

2.2.3 Composition of Distribution Cable Line

2.2.4 Other Common Distribution Equipment

2.3 Technical Principles of Distribution Non‐Service Interruption Working

2.3.1 Earth Potential Working

2.3.2 Middle Potential Working

2.3.3 Equipotential Working

2.4 Types of Distribution Line Poles and Live Line Working

2.4.1 Classification of Pole Types

2.4.2 Conductor Spacing in Tower and Spacing Between Conductors and Surroundings

2.4.3 Types of Poles Suitable for Live Line Working

References

Chapter 3 Theoretical Basis of Working Techniques

3.1 Analysis of Influence of Electricity on Human Bodies

3.1.1 Influence Brought by Current on Human Bodies

3.1.2 Influence of Electric Field on Human Bodies

3.2 Overvoltage During Working

3.2.1 Switching Overvoltage

3.2.2 Temporary Overvoltage

3.3 Dielectric Properties

3.3.1 Conductance and Insulation Resistance of Dielectric

3.3.2 Breakdown Strength and Discharge Characteristic of Dielectric

3.4 Insulation Coordination and Safety Spacing

3.4.1 Insulation Coordination

3.4.2 Safety Spacing

References

Chapter 4 Common Working Tools and Usages

4.1 Insulating Tools

4.1.1 Common Insulating Materials

4.1.2 Insulating Poles

4.1.3 Insulating Ropes and Cords

4.2 Protective Appliances

4.2.1 Insulating Shielding Appliances

4.2.2 Insulating Blanket (Mat)

4.2.3 Insulating Protective Appliances

4.3 Other Working Tools

4.3.1 Tensioner

4.3.2 Insulating Tape Lever Hoist

4.3.3 Instruments and Meters

4.4 The Making of Working Tools

4.4.1 Material Selection

4.4.2 Design and Processing

4.4.3 Simulation Drill and Practical Application

4.5 The Usage and Management of Working Tools

4.5.1 Storage and Maintenance of Live Line Working Tools

4.5.2 Warehouse of Live Line Working Tools and Management

4.5.3 Modern Identifications and Intelligent Management of Tools

References

Chapter 5 Test Techniques for Working Tools

5.1 Test Items

5.1.1 Classification of Tests

5.1.2 Test Items

5.1.3 Technical Standards of Tests

5.2 Test of Common Insulating Tools

5.2.1 Test of Insulating Pole

5.2.2 Test of Insulating Tackle

5.2.3 Test of Insulating Hard Ladder

5.2.4 Test of Insulating Rope

5.2.5 Test of Insulating Hand Tool

5.2.6 Test of Insulating Shielding Cover

5.2.7 Test of Insulating Blanket (Mat)

5.2.8 Test of Insulating Clothing (Shawls)

5.2.9 Test of Insulating Gloves

5.2.10 Test of Insulating Shoes (Boots)

5.2.11 Test of Insulating Helmet

References

Chapter 6 Application of Aerial Device with Insulating Boom and Insulating Platform

6.1 Aerial Device with Insulating Boom

6.1.1 Introduction to Aerial Device with Insulating Boom

6.1.2 Use and Operation of Aerial Device with Insulating Boom

6.1.3 Maintenance and Service of Aerial Device with Insulating Boom

6.1.4 Test of Aerial Device with Insulating Boom

6.2 Insulating Platform

6.2.1 Introduction to Insulating Platform

6.2.2 Use and Maintenance of Insulating Platform

6.2.3 Test of Insulating Platform

6.3 Operational Robot

6.3.1 Introduction to Operational Robots

6.3.2 Working Tools

6.3.3 Test of Insulation Performance

References

Chapter 7 Medium-Voltage Distribution Live Line Working

7.1 Basic Working Procedures and Methods

7.1.1 Meteorological Conditions for Working

7.1.2 Basic Working Procedures

7.1.3 Working Instructions

7.1.4 Basic Working Methods

7.2 Working Techniques for Simple and Regular Works

7.2.1 Repairing Conductors

7.2.2 Live Line Connection (Removal) of No-Load By-Pass Jumpers

7.2.3 Replacing Tension Insulators

7.2.4 Replacing Cross Arms and Insulators in a Suspension Pole

7.2.5 Replacing Lightening Arresters

7.3 Working Techniques for Complex and Comprehensive Works

7.3.1 Live Line Installation of a Pole

7.3.2 Replacing a Suspension Pole

7.3.3 Changing a Suspension Pole to a Tension Pole

7.3.4 On-Load Replacement of Pole-Mounted Switches

7.3.5 On-Load Installation of Pole-Mounted Breakers

References

Chapter 8 Low-Voltage Distribution Live Line Working

8.1 Key Working Techniques

8.1.1 Safety Measures for Working

8.1.2 Technical Measures for Working

8.2 Working Items and Methods

8.2.1 Live Line Connection of a Low-Voltage Service Conductor

8.2.2 Connection of Power Source for a Low-Voltage Distribution Box

8.2.3 Live Line Treatment of a Broken Service Conductor

8.2.4 Live Line Replacement of a Three-Phase Four-Wire Watt-Hour Meter

8.2.5 Live Line Isolation of a Failed Watt-Hour Meter

References

Chapter 9 Bypass Working and Mobile Power Working

9.1 Basic Methods of Bypass Working

9.1.1 Bypass Cable Method

9.1.2 Bypass Overhead Line Method

9.1.3 Safety Measures for Bypass Working

9.2 Mobile Generation Working Techniques

9.2.1 Operating Principle and Wiring

9.2.2 Operations of Mobile Generator Vehicle

9.2.3 Method of Power Supply by Mobile Generator Vehicle

9.3 EPS Working Techniques

9.3.1 Operating Principle of EPS

9.3.2 Operations of EPS Vehicle

9.3.3 Operating Essentials of Power Supply by EPS Vehicle

9.3.4 Maintenance of EPS Vehicle

9.4 Mobile Prefabricated Transformer Working Techniques

9.4.1 Power Supply Principle of Mobile Prefabricated Transformer

9.4.2 Changing Pole-Mounted Transformer

9.5 Cable Non-Service Interruption Working Techniques

9.5.1 Overview of Power Supply Using Bypass Cable

9.5.2 Equipment Commonly Used for Working

9.5.3 Main Working Techniques

References

Chapter 10 Working Management and Emergency Measures

10.1 Work Management

10.1.1 Organization and Management

10.1.2 Safety Management

10.1.3 Relevant Regulations and Technical Standards

10.1.4 Working Management Documents

10.1.5 Management of New Working Subjects

10.1.6 Management of New R&&D Projects

10.2 Training and Management of Workers

10.2.1 Induction Training of New Workers

10.2.2 Daily Training of Workers

10.2.3 Assessment and Management of Workers

10.2.4 Training Base

10.3 Emergency Measures for Working

10.3.1 Emergency Measures for Abrupt Change of Weather

10.3.2 Emergency Measures for Failure of Major Working Tools

10.3.3 Emergency Measures for Personal Injuries

10.3.4 Training and Drill

References

Annex: Distribution Non-service Interruption Working Instructions (Template)

A1 Scopeof Application

A2 PreparationsBefore Working

A2.1 Preparatory Work

A2.2 Personnel Requirements

A2.3 Tools

A2.4 Materials

A2.5 Analysis of Dangerous Points

A2.6 Safety Measures

A2.7 Division of Work

A3 WorkingProcedures

A3.1 Commencement of Work

A3.2 Work Contents and Standards

A3.3 Completion

A4 Acceptanceand Summary

A5 Evaluationof Execution of the Working Instructions

Appendix 1 General Guidelines for Safety of Live Line Working

A1-1 GeneralRequirements

A1-2 TechnicalSafety Measures

A1-3 Live Disconnection and Connection of Leads

A1-4 LiveShort-circuiting of Equipment

A1-5 BypassCable Working

A1-6 LiveInstallation or Removal of Poles

A1-7 Workingwith Aerial Device with Insulating Boom

A1-8 Storage,Use and Test of Live Line Working Tools

Appendix 2 Technical Guidelines for Common Working Tools

A-2.1 Termsand Definitions

A-2.2 Material Requirements for Insulating Tools

A-2.2.1 Electrical Performance Index Requirements

A-2.3 MechanicalPerformance IndexRequirements

A-2.3.1 Insulating Boards Used for People-Carrying Equipment

A-2.3.2 Insulating Tubes Used for People-Carrying Equipment

A-2.3.3 Insulating Rods Used for People-Carrying Equipment

A-2.3.4 Tensile Strengths of Insulating Ropes

A-2.3.5 Polymer Plastic Films Used for Insulating Protective Appliances

A-2.4 OtherIndex Requirements

A-2.4.1 Density

A-2.4.2 Hygroscopicity

A-2.4.3 Martin Heat Resistance

A-2.4.4 Initial Elongation of Insulating Ropes

A-2.5 Main Technical Requirements for Insulating Tools

A-2.5.1 Electrical Properties of Insulating Tools

A-2.5.2 Structural Requirements for Insulating Tools

A-2.5.3 Package (Tool Bag)

A-2.6 Rated Load Requirements for Bearing Tools

A-2.6.1 Rated Load (Ps) of Tensioner

A-2.6.2 Rated Load (Qrs) of Person-Carrying Equipments

A-2.6.3 Rated Loads of Other Tools

A-2.7 Main Technical Requirements for the Bypass Switch

A-2.7.1 Electrical Properties

A-2.7.2 Mechanical Properties

A-2.7.3 Electrical Test

A-2.7.4 Mechanical Test

A-2.8 MainTechnical Requirements for Flexible Power Cable and its Connector

A-2.8.1 Electrical Properties

A-2.8.2 Mechanical Properties

A-2.8.3 Electrical Test

A-2.8.4 Mechanical test

Index

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