Innovations in the Design of Electrical Transmission Structures

Wilhoite, Gene M.; ,

Innovations in the Design of Electrical Transmission Structures

by Gene M. Wilhoite, (F.ASCE), Consulting Engr.; 5533 Pinelawn Ave., Chattanooga, TN 37411,

American Society of Civil Engineers, New York, NY
978-0-87262-511-2 (ISBN-13) | 0-87262-511-7 (ISBN-10), 1986, Soft Cover, Pg. 171

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Conference information: A Conference | Kansas City, Missouri, United States | August 14-16, 1985

Out of Print: Not available at ASCE Bookstore.

Document Type: Book - Proceedings

Abstract:

New concepts are being advanced for the design of electrical transmission structures. The papers in this book cover the following: weather-element loading conditions, structural options, design recommendations, foundation alternatives, research efforts, and code requirements. Weather-element loading conditions feature reliability-based design, new wind loading criteria, and instrumentation for wind loading on an operating line. Structural options emphasize formed-plate steel poles, experience with laced towers fabricated from cold-formed shapes, and prestressed concrete poles. Design recommendations provide guidance for cold-formed shapes and bolted connections. Foundation alternatives feature test results and design recommendations. Research efforts provide current information on strain gage monitoring, full-scale tower tests, and strength distributions for reliability-based designs. National Electrical Safety Code changes are also presented. Discussion sessions on each of the featured topics are also included.

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