Dynamic thermal rating of power lines - Model and measurements in rainy conditions

摘要

The transfer capabilities of overhead power lines are often limited by the critical power line temperature that depends on the magnitude of the transferred current and the ambient conditions, i.e. ambient temperature, wind, precipitation, etc. To utilize existing power lines more effectively and more safely concerning the critical power line temperatures and to enforce safety measures during potentially dangerous events, dynamic assessment of the thermal rating is required. In this paper, a Dynamic Thermal Rating model that covers the most important weather phenomena, with special emphasis on rain, is presented. The model considers a dynamic heat generation due to the Joule losses within the conductor and heat exchange with the surrounding in terms of convection, radiation, evaporation, rain impinging and solar heating. The model is validated by comparison of the skin and core temperature of the power line with measurements under realistic environmental conditions. (C) 2017 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.