29 th International Conference on Lightning Protection LIGHTNING PROTECTION OF OVERHEAD POWER DISTRIBUTION LINES

Abstract

Distribution lines are often located in areas with high ground flash densities, being therefore subject to lightning-caused power interruptions. This paper presents an overview of the various types of lightning overvoltages that can arise on overhead power distribution networks, as well as typical voltage waveforms. The effectivenesses of the most important methods for mitigating such overvoltages on MV and LV networks are also discussed.