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1243-1997 - IEEE Guide for Improving the Lightning Performance of Transmission Lines
Description: The effects of routing, structure type, insulation, shielding and grounding on transmission lines are discussed. The way these transmission-line choices will improve or degrade power system lightning protection performance is also provided. An additional section discusses several special methods that may be used to improve lightning performance. Finally, a listing and description of the FLASH program is presented.
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Oversight Committee: PE/T&D - Transmission and Distribution 
Sponsor: IEEE Power & Energy Society
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