Earthing System Analysis for Steel Tower Carrying 33kV Line

Adebayo Adeniyi David; Ifeagwu Emmanuel Ncheta; Ogunsakin Olatunji Rufus

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Earthing System Analysis for Steel Tower Carrying 33kV Line

Adebayo Adeniyi David^*

, Ifeagwu Emmanuel Ncheta, Ogunsakin Olatunji Rufus

Published in Engineering Science (Volume 9, Issue 2)

Received: 14 February 2024 Accepted: 8 March 2024 Published: 29 June 2024

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This study examines the critical analysis of earthing systems connected to steel towers that carry 33 kV power lines. Ensuring the safety and dependability of power transmission infrastructure becomes crucial in light of the growing demand for energy. By utilizing sophisticated computational methodologies and simulation approaches, this research carefully investigates how well the earthing system performs in various operational circumstances and fault scenarios. A thorough modeling technique is used in the analysis, which considers a number of variables including fault currents, tower design, soil resistivity, and grounding electrode configurations. In order to give a comprehensive understanding of the behavior of the system and its consequences for operational reliability, the study simulates many situations, including normal operation and fault occurrences. By using sophisticated numerical simulations and sensitivity analysis, the research pinpoints important factors affecting the earthing system's efficiency and suggests creative optimization techniques. These optimization techniques could involve changing the location of the grounding electrode, improving the materials used in the conductor, or putting additional safety precautions in place. The researcher's conclusions have important ramifications for the engineering community since they provide practical advice on how to strengthen the security and robustness of power transmission networks. The study adds to the continuous efforts to improve the efficiency and dependability of electrical grids by addressing potential weaknesses in the architecture of the earthing system. This thorough study advances the field of earthing system engineering by offering a solid platform for next studies and real-world implementations. Through this work, we can better understand the dynamics of earthing systems and optimization methodologies, which will help build more resilient and sustainable power transmission infrastructure that can adapt to society's changing energy needs.

Published in	Engineering Science (Volume 9, Issue 2)
DOI	10.11648/j.es.20240902.11
Page(s)	21-38
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Earthing, Grounding, Towers, Electrodes, Analysis, Grid

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David, A. A., Ncheta, I. E., Rufus, O. O. (2024). Earthing System Analysis for Steel Tower Carrying 33kV Line. Engineering Science, 9(2), 21-38. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.es.20240902.11

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David, A. A.; Ncheta, I. E.; Rufus, O. O. Earthing System Analysis for Steel Tower Carrying 33kV Line. Eng. Sci. 2024, 9(2), 21-38. doi: 10.11648/j.es.20240902.11

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David AA, Ncheta IE, Rufus OO. Earthing System Analysis for Steel Tower Carrying 33kV Line. Eng Sci. 2024;9(2):21-38. doi: 10.11648/j.es.20240902.11

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Adebayo Adeniyi David

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Federal University, Otuoke, Nigeria

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Ifeagwu Emmanuel Ncheta

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Federal University, Otuoke, Nigeria

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Ogunsakin Olatunji Rufus

Department of Information and communication (I.C.T), Federal University, Otuoke, Nigeria

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