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The Power Transmitted Using Area Of X-Section formula calculates the electrical power that can be transmitted through an overhead AC wire based on its cross-sectional area, maximum voltage, line losses, phase difference, resistivity, and length. This is particularly important for Single-Phase Two-Wire Mid-Point Earthed Overhead Systems.
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Explanation: This formula calculates the maximum power that can be transmitted through an overhead AC wire while accounting for various electrical and physical parameters that affect power transmission efficiency.
Details: Accurate power transmission calculation is crucial for designing efficient electrical distribution systems, minimizing energy losses, ensuring system stability, and optimizing the sizing of electrical components in overhead AC systems.
Tips: Enter all values in appropriate units (area in m², voltage in V, losses in W, phase in radians, resistivity in Ω·m, and length in m). All values must be positive and non-zero except line losses which can be zero.
Q1: Why is cross-sectional area important in power transmission?
A: Larger cross-sectional area reduces resistance, which minimizes power losses and allows for higher power transmission capacity.
Q2: How does voltage affect power transmission?
A: Higher transmission voltages reduce current for the same power, which decreases I²R losses and improves transmission efficiency.
Q3: What is the significance of phase difference in this calculation?
A: Phase difference affects the power factor, which determines the ratio of real power to apparent power in AC systems.
Q4: How does resistivity impact power transmission?
A: Materials with lower resistivity (better conductors) experience less resistance and therefore lower power losses during transmission.
Q5: Why consider line losses in power transmission calculations?
A: Accounting for line losses helps design systems that minimize energy waste and ensure adequate power delivery to the end users.