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What is the benefit of connecting electrodes in parallel?

  • Eliminates the need for grounding
  • Increases the resistance significantly
  • Reduces the overall ground resistance (correct)
  • Makes the electrodes waterproof

Rods in parallel should be spaced at least equal to their length for maximum benefit.

False (B)

What improvement factor is typically achieved with a 4 spike array?

2.5 to 3 times

The combined resistance of electrodes depends on the number and configuration of electrodes, their dimensions, and _______.

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Match the following arrays with their respective improvement factors:

<p>4 spike array = 2.5 to 3 times 8 spike array = 5 to 6 times Single electrode = No improvement Two electrodes in parallel = Reduced resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a grounding system?

<p>To provide a conducting path for electrical charges (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Grounding systems primarily focus on personnel safety over equipment protection.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

List the three main types of grounding.

<p>Equipment grounding, system grounding, lightning/surge grounding</p> Signup and view all the answers

The objective of a grounding system includes limiting __________ potential.

<p>step and touch</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an objective of grounding systems?

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Grounding systems help prevent flashover during transients.

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A grounding system provides a safe path for excessive __________ currents.

<p>fault</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the objectives of grounding systems with their descriptions:

<p>Limit step and touch potential = Enhance safety during fault conditions Prevent damage to devices = Protect equipment from electrical surges Dissipate lightning strokes = Minimize damage during storm conditions Stabilize voltage = Maintain proper function during transients</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one common material used for earthing conductors?

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Aluminium tape is not an acceptable material for earthing conductors.

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What is the purpose of a rod coupler in earthing systems?

<p>To connect two or more earthing rods together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Ground Resistance of a single rod can be calculated using the formula R = __________.

<p>rho * [ ln(8l/d) - 1 ] / (2 * pi * l)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following equipment with their respective uses:

<p>Earth Clamp = Connects the earthing conductor to the earth pit Rod Coupler = Joins multiple earth rods Test Link = Facilitates testing of earth resistance Bonding Bar = Connects multiple grounding points</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about ground resistance calculations?

<p>Several rods should be driven far apart to minimize overlap. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The resistance of a driven rod is influenced by its length and diameter.

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What is the significance of soil resistivity in determining ground resistance?

<p>Soil resistivity affects how well electricity can flow through the soil, directly impacting ground resistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Earth resistance values are typically calculated in __________.

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What is the recommended method to reduce ground resistance in earthing systems?

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Which component primarily affects the resistance of a grounding electrode?

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Soil resistivity is not significantly affected by moisture content above 20 percent.

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What effect does freezing temperature have on soil resistivity?

<p>Increases resistivity rapidly</p> Signup and view all the answers

The most commonly used salting material affecting soil resistivity is ______.

<p>sodium chloride</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following factors with their influence on soil resistivity:

<p>Moisture content = Decreases resistivity when above 20% Temperature of water = Increases resistivity below freezing point Salts content = Lowers resistivity if soluble Soil density = Denser soils typically have lower resistivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do soluble salts affect soil resistivity?

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Soil resistivity is primarily determined by the type of soil alone.

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At what moisture content does resistivity of most soils begin to rise significantly?

<p>15 to 20 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

The typical behavior of most soils is as a conductor of resistance R and as a ______.

<p>dielectric</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following salts with their chemical formulas:

<p>Sodium chloride = NaCl Copper sulfate = CuSO4 Magnesium sulfate = MgSO4 Potassium nitrate = KNO3</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which material is most commonly used for ground electrodes due to its high conductivity and resistance to corrosion?

<p>Copper (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Solid copper rods are easy to drive into hard ground without bending.

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What is the function of the chemical treatment of soil surrounding ground rods?

<p>To obtain low impedance of the ground system</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ground electrodes may be rods, plates, solid section wire or __________.

<p>mats</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of copper rod with its description:

<p>Solid Copper = Not prone to corrosion but expensive Copper-clad steel rod = Prone to cladding tearing when bent Copper bonded steel core = Manufactured through electro-plating process</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of rod is more susceptible to corrosion if the cladding tears away?

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Copper bonded steel cores are manufactured using a continuous electro-plating process.

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What are three examples of alternative materials used for ground electrodes, besides copper?

<p>Hot-galvanized steel, stainless steel,Lead</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ground electrodes consist of a metal (or combination of __________) which do not corrode excessively.

<p>metals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant drawback of solid copper rods?

<p>They are difficult to drive into hard ground (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

in high frequencies the model of ground has ........... components ?

<p>3 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

for an implemented grounding system already what is the most effective way to improve its conductivity

<p>increase salt content (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

for a petroleum company what is the most suitable choice for the motor of pumping system

<p>isolating it to avoid waste of time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

earthing a petroleum station around oil tank case what do you think about it ?

<p>the ground system will damage the oil tank (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

non of the following must not to be used in grounding rods

<p>aluminium (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

and the serious reason of your choice on the pervious question

<p>oxidation issue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Soil Resistivity

The single most important factor determining the effectiveness of a grounding system.

Electrode Resistance

The resistance of the electrode itself, typically negligible.

Electrode-to-Soil Interface Resistance

The resistance at the point where the electrode meets the soil, usually negligible.

Earth Resistance

The primary contributor to overall grounding resistance, determined by the soil's properties.

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Soil Conductivity

The ability of soil to conduct electricity, influenced by moisture, temperature, and salt content.

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Moisture Content

The amount of water present in the soil, significantly impacting its resistivity.

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Temperature of Water

The temperature of the water in the soil affects its resistivity, especially below freezing.

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Salts Content

The presence of soluble salts, acids, or alkalis in soil significantly influences its resistivity.

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Soil Density

The amount of solid particles packed together in a particular volume of soil.

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Capacitance of Earth

The ability of a material to store electrical energy. In grounding, the capacitance of the earth can play a role in how electrical energy is dispersed.

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What is a Grounding System?

A grounding system is a connection between electrical equipment or systems and the earth. This path allows excess current or charges to safely flow into the ground, preventing harm to humans and devices.

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Rod Electrodes in Parallel

Connecting multiple ground electrodes in parallel reduces the overall ground resistance. This is because more current paths are available, leading to a decrease in overall resistance.

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Primary Purpose of Grounding

The primary reason for grounding is to protect people. By providing a low-resistance path for fault currents to flow to earth, grounding limits the potential hazard from electric shock.

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Spacing of Rod Electrodes

The distance between parallel rod electrodes should be at least twice their length to maximize the reduction in ground resistance.

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Factors Affecting Combined Resistance

The combined resistance of multiple rod electrodes in parallel is influenced by the number of electrodes, their arrangement, their dimensions, and the soil resistivity.

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Secondary Purpose of Grounding

Grounding also safeguards electrical equipment from damage by diverting fault currents. This prevents damage to the system and ensures proper operation.

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Equipment Grounding

Equipment grounding connects the metal parts of an electrical device to ground. This ensures that if a fault occurs, the current will flow to the earth, not to the device user, thus minimizing electric shock risk.

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Typical Resistance Reduction

A 4-spike array typically reduces ground resistance 2.5 to 3 times compared to a single electrode. An 8-spike array can provide a 5 to 6 times improvement.

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Calculating Ground Resistance

Calculating the ground resistance of multiple parallel rod electrodes involves determining the average potential and total charge. From these, the capacity and resistance can be calculated.

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System Grounding

System grounding refers to connecting one point or phase of an electrical system to ground. This helps stabilize voltage fluctuations and prevent dangerous overvoltages by providing a path for fault currents to safely flow.

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Lightning/Surge Grounding

Lightning or surge grounding is specifically designed to dissipate the massive energy of lightning strikes to the earth. This protects buildings, structures, and equipment from lightning damage.

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Grounding's Goal: Personnel Safety

The primary objective of grounding is to ensure personnel safety during normal and fault conditions by limiting step and touch potential.

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Further Goals of Grounding

Secondary goals of grounding include ensuring proper operation of electrical devices, minimizing damage to electrical equipment, and mitigating the effects of lightning strikes and power transients.

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Chemical Soil Treatment

Treating the soil around ground rods with chemicals to improve electrical conductivity, often the best choice for achieving low impedance.

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Ground Electrode

A metallic component used to establish a low-resistance connection with the earth.

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Impedance

The ability of an electrical system to resist the flow of electricity, a lower impedance is desirable.

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Copper

A material known for its high conductivity and resistance to corrosion, commonly used for ground electrodes.

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Copper-clad Steel Rod

Copper-clad steel rods are made by wrapping a layer of copper around a steel core.

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Solid Copper Rod

Solid copper rods are expensive but provide the best corrosion resistance.

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Copper Bonded Steel Rod

Copper bonded steel rods are manufactured through a continuous electro-plating process.

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Types of Ground Electrodes

Ground electrodes can be rods, plates, wires, or mats depending on the application.

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Cladding Tearing

The copper cladding on a steel core rod can tear away during installation, exposing the core to corrosion.

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Corrosion of Steel Core

The core of a steel cored copper rod is susceptible to corrosion if the cladding is damaged.

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Parallel Rod Connections

The resistance of a single rod is not sufficient, so several rods are connected in parallel to reduce the overall resistance. Each rod should be driven far apart to minimize their influence on each other.

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Earthing Electrode

A rod-shaped conductor driven into the ground that acts as a low-resistance path for fault currents to flow to earth.

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Ground Resistance Calculation

Measures the resistance between an earthing system and the earth.

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Soil Resistivity (ρ)

A measure of how easily electrical current flows through a material.

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Earthing

A method of connecting metallic parts of an electrical system to the earth, ensuring a safe path for current in case of a fault.

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Earthing Conductor

A conductive material that connects an earthing electrode to the electrical system.

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Earth Clamp

A device used to connect a conductor to an earthing electrode.

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Bonding Bar

A conductive metal bar used to connect multiple earthing electrodes together.

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Hemi-sphere Electrode

A type of earthing electrode modeled as a half-sphere buried in the ground.

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Driven Rod

A type of earthing electrode driven vertically into the ground.

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Study Notes

Course Information

  • Course Title: High Voltage Engineering
  • Course Code: ΕΡΕ3040
  • Lecturer: Dr. Mohamed Elmashtoly
  • Contact Email: [email protected]

Course Contents

  • Calculation of grounding schemes
  • High voltage generation, measurement, and testing
  • Understanding overvoltage phenomena and propagation along overhead transmission lines
  • Different insulators for overhead transmission lines and substations
  • Single and three-core cables – electrical stresses in cables
  • Electrical breakdown theories in different insulators (gases, liquids, and solids)

Assessment

  • Assessment divided into two parts: final exam and class work
  • Final Exam: 85%
  • Class Work:
  • Midterm Exam: 30%
  • Lab: 10%
  • "High voltage Engineering theory and practice" by M Abdel-Salam, H Anis, A El-Morshedy, and R Radwan, 2nd edition.
  • "High Voltage Engineering" by M S Naidu and V Kamaraju, 4th edition.
  • Lecture notes.

Grounding Systems

  • Meaning of grounding (Earthing): A conducting path for fault current and charges to ground to protect people and equipment.

    • Personnel safety is more important than equipment protection.

  • Objectives of a grounding system

    • Ensure personnel safety by limiting step and touch potential.
    • Correct operation of electrical/electronic devices
    • Prevent damage to electrical/electronic apparatus.
    • Dissipate lightning strokes.
    • Stabilize voltage during transient conditions to minimize flashover.

  • Three main types of grounding:

    • Equipment grounding (safety)
    • System grounding
    • Lightning/Surge grounding

Grounding Systems (cont.)

  • Components affecting grounding electrode resistance:
    • Electrode resistance (negligible).
    • Electrode-to-soil interface resistance (negligible).
    • Resistance of the body of earth immediately surrounding the electrode (most significant).

Soil Resistivity

  • Soil resistivity is the single most important factor affecting the resistance of the ground system.
  • Most soils act as both a conductor and a dielectric.
  • For high frequencies, soil behaves as a parallel connection of resistance, capacitance, and a gap.
  • For low frequencies, soil behaves as a pure resistance.

Soil Resistivity (cont.)

  • Moisture content:

    • Resistivity increases when moisture content is below 15-20% by weight.
    • Moisture alone is not the major factor influencing soil resistivity.
    • Relatively pure water has high resistivity, and may not be conducive.

  • Temperature

    • Temperature of water has a negligible effect on soil resistivity above freezing point.
    • Resistivity increases rapidly when temperatures drop below freezing point.
    • Denser soils generally have lower resistivity.

  • Salt content:

    • Soluble salts, acids, and alkalis in the soil significantly affect soil resistivity.
    • Examples include sodium chloride (common salt), copper sulfate, and magnesium sulfate.
    • Different salts have varying depletion rates, thus optimal combinations are possible.

Ground Electrodes

  • Materials:

    • Metal(s) that do not corrode excessively for the period of service.
    • Copper is commonly used due to its high conductivity and corrosion resistance.
    • Other options include hot-galvanized steel, stainless steel, and lead.

  • Types of copper rods:

    • Solid copper
    • Copper-clad steel rod (copper strips over a steel core with pressure and heat)
    • Copper-bonded steel core (continuous electro-plating process)

  • Solid copper rods are expensive and can be difficult to drive into hard ground.

  • Ground electrodes can be rods, plates, solid wire, or mats.

Ground Resistance Calculations

  • Rod resistance calculations:

  • Formula for ground resistance of a single rod:

    R = ρ * (8L / (π * d))

    Where:

    • ρ = Soil resistivity, [Ωm]
    • L = Length of a buried rod, [m]
    • d = Diameter of rod, [m]

  • Calculation of ground arrays:

  • Ground resistance calculation method for a number of rods spaced far apart

  • Rods in parallel:

    • If desired ground resistance with a single rod is unachievable
    • Connecting multiple rods in a parallel configuration reduces total resistance
    • Rods should be spaced at least twice their length

  • Overlapping coefficient/screening coefficient

  • Formula for calculating effective resistance:

    η = Vactual/Videal

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