Device For Detecting Faults In High-Voltage Transmission Lines

Abstract

A device for detecting faults includes a body attachable to a high-voltage transmission line and having a first housing part made of a conductive plastic, a plurality of electronics disposed within the body and identifying a potential fault in the high-voltage transmission line, and a clamping mechanism electrically connecting the first housing part to the high-voltage transmission line. The device has an antenna connected to the electronics that extends from the body and transmits a fault notification signal to a central station. A corona ring of the device is positioned around and proximal to a tip of the antenna. The corona ring is connected to a ground of the electronics.

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