Title | Effects of natural geomagnetic variations on power systems and pipelines |
Author | Trichtchenko, L; Boteler, D H |
Source | Proceedings of the 45th Electronic Materials Conference (EMC); 2003 p. 1-3 |
Year | 2003 |
Alt Series | Earth Sciences Sector, Contribution Series 20100342 |
Meeting | The 45th Electronic Materials Conference; Salt Lake City; US; June 25-27, 2003 |
Document | book |
Lang. | English |
Media | paper |
Subjects | geophysics; geomagnetism; geomagnetic fields; geomagnetic variations; solar variations; pipelines; electric power |
Illustrations | flow charts; plots |
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Program | Targeted Hazard Assessments in Northern Canada, Public Safety Geoscience |
Abstract | Power lines and pipelines are exposed to low frequency electromagnetic fields produced by natural (geomagnetic disturbances) sources. The resulting induced currents can disrupt system operations and
cause power blackout or excessive pipeline corrosion. The paper presents examples of the natural electromagnetic disturbances that produce negative effects on conducting networks. Modelling of the geomagnetic induction provides the essential
explanation and leads to successful mitigation of these problems. |
GEOSCAN ID | 287386 |
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