UNDERGROUND CABLES

Types of Cables, Construction, Types of insulating materials, Calculation of insulation resistance,

stress in insulation and power factor of cable, Numerical Problems.
Capacitance of single and 3-Core belted Cables, Numerical Problems. Grading of Cables
Capacitance grading and Inter sheath grading, Numerical Problems.

INTRODUCTION:
Underground cables are used for power applications where it is impractical, difficult, or
dangerous to use the overhead lines. They are widely used in populated urban areas, in factories,
and educational institutes