A transmission line subjected to wind and ice loading with a span of 80 m between level supports has total veight of the conductor of 6.5 kg. Where the actual conductor weight is 3 kg and additional weight due to ce loading is 1.25 kg. (All weights given are for unit length). The ultimate strength and safety factor of he conductor are 4000 kg and 3 respectively. If the height of the tower is 18.2 m. Find (i) Weight of the conductor due to the effect of wind, (ii) Sag (iii) the clearance from the ground.

A transmission line subjected to wind and ice loading with a span of 80 m between level supports has total veight of the conductor of 6.5 kg. Where the actual conductor weight is 3 kg and additional weight due to ce loading is 1.25 kg. (All weights given are for unit length). The ultimate strength and safety factor of he conductor are 4000 kg and 3 respectively. If the height of the tower is 18.2 m. Find (i) Weight of the conductor due to the effect of wind, (ii) Sag (iii) the clearance from the ground.

Power System Analysis and Design (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter4: Transmission Line Parameters

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