UCLA

These tests were conducted by UCLA’s SMERC (Smart Grid Energy Research Center) lab for ALD Technical Solutions through the CALTESTBED Grant/Project. The structural integrity of transmission cables around the United States of America severely limits how much power can be transmitted. More power means more heat and expansion of the cables. Cable expansion can lead to many dangers, so if there is a reasonably easy to install method of increasing the structural integrity of the cable this could prevent future catastrophes. This paper will describe why, how, and how well carbon fiber can help to achieve safer transmission cables.