Gaseous Dielectrics X

The book contains a broad and in depth review by leading world experts of the progress and the problems of current interest in gaseous dielectrics and their use, especially as insulators in high-voltage equipment and substations. Recent advances in superconductivity for power transmission and in plasma technology are also included. The fundamental, applied and industrial research described in the book allows the electric power industry to transmit and distribute electrical energy in more efficient, safe and environmentally acceptable ways.

Seventy-six papers from the June 1998 symposium discuss recent advances and developments in many basic, applied, and industrial areas of gaseous dielectrics. They are divided into sections covering: basic physics of gaseous dielectrics, basic mechanisms, simulations/breakdown in gas mixtures, partial discharges/diagnostics, high pressure gas dielectrics, gas decomposition/particles, environmental aspects/recycling, surface discharges/design engineering, and gas-insulated equipment. Some papers are followed by a short discussion. Also included are transcripts from two discussion groups--other industrial applications of gaseous dielectrics and data bases, and SF6 substitutes. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Gaseous Dielectrics V presents the proceedings of the Fifth International Symposium on Gaseous Dielectrics, held in Knoxville, Tennessee on May 3–7, 1987. This book discusses the effective coupling between basic and applied research and technology achieved in this area. Organized into 12 chapters, this book begins with an overview of the status of theoretical calculations of excitation and ionization coefficients for electrons. This text then provides an extensive investigation into different phases of discharge development in electronegative gases. Other chapters consider the use of sulfur hexafluoride as a dielectric medium in rail systems and gas circuit breakers. This book reviews as well the primary requirements for a successful gas analysis program, with emphasis on measurement and interpretation methods. The final chapter deals with the progress in dielectric quality assurance of gas insulated substations (GIS), which has resulted from improved scientific knowledge of significant phenomena. This book is a valuable resource for electrical and electronics engineers.

Gaseous Dielectrics IX covers recent advances and developments in a wide range of basic, applied, and industrial areas of gaseous dielectrics.