Volts One easy way to boost the grid: upgrade the power lines
40 snips
Jan 31, 2024 Upgrading power lines, or reconductoring, is a straightforward way to boost the capacity of the electrical grid. The podcast discusses advancements in power line technology, the differences between ACSR and ACSS conductors, the use of optical fiber for monitoring line temperature, and the benefits and challenges of using carbon fiber lines in distribution circuits. It also explores the concept of re-conductoring in grid planning, its use in Europe for renewable integration, and the potential of superconductors for addressing grid capacity.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Traditional Design and Evolution of Power Lines
02:35 • 1min
ACSR vs ACSS: Strength and Temperature
03:44 • 16min
Monitoring Line Temperature and Conductor Sagging with Optical Fiber
20:10 • 3min
Using Carbon Fiber Lines in Distribution Systems
22:57 • 3min
Lotus Infrastructure Partners and Re-conductoring in Grid Planning
25:47 • 5min
Re-conducting: Upgrading High Voltage Networks for Renewable Integration
30:43 • 21min
Exploring the Potential of Superconductors and Addressing Grid Capacity
51:29 • 4min