Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in lightning protection for electronic facilities such as computer and communication equipment centers. Here is what is discussed: 1. THE PHENOMENON OF LIGHTNING, 2. DEVELOPMENT OF A LIGHTNING FLASH, 3. INFLUENCE OF STRUCTURE HEIGHT, 4. STRIKE LIKELIHOOD, 5. ATTRACTIVE AREA, 6. LIGHTNING EFFECTS, 7. BASIC PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS, 8. DETERMINING THE NEED FOR PROTECTION, 9. APPLICABLE CODES.
This book is an attempt to present under one cover the current state of knowledge concerning the potential lightning effects on aircraft and that means that are available to designers and operators to protect against these effects. The impetus for writing this book springs from two sources- the increased use of nonmetallic materials in the structure of aircraft and the constant trend toward using electronic equipment to handle flight-critical control and navigation function.
This book will allow you to gain practical skills and know-how in grounding, bonding, lightning & surge protection. Few topics generate as much controversy and argument as that of grounding and the associated topics of surge protection, shielding and lightning protection of electrical and electronic systems. Poor grounding practice can be the cause of continual and intermittent difficult-to-diagnose problems in a facility. This book looks at these issues from a fresh yet practical perspective and enables you to reduce expensive downtime on your plant and equipment to a minimum by correct application of these principles.Learning outcomes:* Apply the various methods of grounding electrical systems* Detail the applicable national Standards* Describe the purposes of grounding and bonding* List the types of systems that cannot be grounded* Describe what systems can be operated ungrounded* Correctly shield sensitive communications cables from noise and interference* Apply practical knowledge of surge and transient protection* Troubleshoot and fix grounding and surge problems* Design, install and test an effective grounding system for electronic equipment* Understand lightning and how to minimize its impact on your facility* Protect sensitive equipment from lightning· An engineer's guide to earthing, shielding, lightning and surge protection designed to deliver reliable equipment and communications systems that comply with international and national codes · Discover how to reduce plant downtime and intermittent faults by implementing best-practice grounding/earthing techniques· Learn the principles of cable shielding in communication networks
This is a guide for the system designers and installers faced with the day-to-day issues of achieving EMC, and will be found valuable across a wide range of roles and sectors, including process control, manufacturing, medical, IT and building management. The EMC issues covered will also make this book essential reading for product manufacturers and suppliers - and highly relevant for managers as well as technical staff. The authors' approach is thoroughly practical - all areas of installation EMC are covered, with particular emphasis on cabling and earthing. Students on MSc and CPD programmes will also find in this book some valuable real-world antidotes to the academic treatises. The book is presented in two parts: the first is non-technical, and looks at the need for EMC in the context of systems and installations, with a chapter on the management aspects of EMC. The second part covers the technical aspects of EMC, looking at the various established methods which can be applied to ensure compatibility, and setting these in the context of the new responsibilities facing system builders. EMC for Systems and Installations is designed to complement Tim Williams' highly successful EMC for Product Designers. - Practical guide to EMC design issues for those involved in systems design and installation - Complementary title to Williams' bestselling EMC for Product Designers - Unique guidance for installers on EMC topics
Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and construction managers interested in electrical design of electronic equipment buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. DEFINITION OF BONDING, 2. PURPOSES OF BONDING, 3. RESISTANCE CRITERIA, 4. DIRECT BONDS, 5. INDIRECT BONDS, 6. SURFACE PREPARATION, 7. COMPLETION OF THE BOND, 8. BOND CORROSION, 9. WORKMANSHIP, 10. SUMMARY OF GUIDELINES.
GROUNDS FOR GROUNDING The first book to cover grounding from the circuit to system and across the entire spectrum of applications Grounds for Grounding provides a complete and thorough approach to the subject of designing electrical and electronic circuits and systems, blending theory and practice to demonstrate how a few basic rules can be applied across a broad range of applications. The authors begin with the basic concepts of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) that are essential for understanding grounding theory and its applications, such as “ground loop,” which is one of the most misunderstood concepts in EMC. Next, they provide an introduction to grounding, including safety grounding, grounding for control of electromagnetic interference, and grounding-related case studies. Subsequent chapter coverage includes: Fundamentals of grounding design Bonding principles Grounding for power distribution and lightning protection systems Grounding in wiring circuits and cable shields Grounding of EMI terminal protection devices Grounding on printed circuit boards Integrated facility and platform grounding system Practical case studies are integrated throughout the book to aid in readers’ comprehension and each chapter concludes with a useful bibliography. Grounds for Grounding is an indispensable resource for electrical and electronic engineers who work with the design of circuits, systems, and facilities.
Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in electric power distribution. Here is what is discussed: 1. EXTERIOR ELECTRIC POWER DISTRIBUTION, 2. ELECTRIC POWER DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT, 3. INTERIOR ELECTRICAL POWER DISTRIBUTION AND UTILIZATION, 4. PROTECTIVE SWITCHING DEVICES, 5. TRANSFORMER TESTING, 6. RELAYS AND CONTROLS, 7. MOLDED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKERS, 8. SODIUM HEXAFLUORIDE CIRCUIT BREAKERS, 9. ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM PRINCIPLES.
Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in electromagnetic pulse protection for electronic equipment in buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION. 2. EMP GENERATION, 3. HEMP INTERACTION WITH SYSTEMS, 4. PROTECTION AGAINST HEMP.
