Surge Protection for Low Voltage Systems (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781839532658)

Protection of low-voltage electrical and electronic equipment and systems from lightning strikes and other power surges is vital for various areas, from computing and telecommunications to power grids. Understanding is needed for various kinds of systems, including e.g. distributed energy generators and boat charging installations.

This book for researchers in industry and universities as well as utility experts and advanced students is a systematic treatise of the topic, covering surge causes, risk assessment, devices, components, and application rules for protective measures. Specific application areas are covered, such as PV and wind power systems and EV chargers, and new trends conveyed.