20240030698. ENERGY-LIMITING DEVICE FOR A SURGE ARRESTER simplified abstract (Eaton Intelligent Power Limited)

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ENERGY-LIMITING DEVICE FOR A SURGE ARRESTER

Organization Name

Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

Inventor(s)

Charles William Daley of Olean NY (US)

ENERGY-LIMITING DEVICE FOR A SURGE ARRESTER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240030698 titled 'ENERGY-LIMITING DEVICE FOR A SURGE ARRESTER

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an energy-limiting assembly that includes a current interrupter with a sidewall, first and second end caps, and an interior region. The assembly also includes a disconnect in the interior region, which consists of a movable electrically conductive element that can be connected to the current interrupting assembly.

  • The energy-limiting assembly includes a current interrupter with a sidewall, end caps, and an interior region.
  • A disconnect is present in the interior region, consisting of a movable electrically conductive element.
  • The conductive element can be connected to the current interrupting assembly and forms part of a current path through the energy-limiting assembly.

Potential Applications:

  • Electrical power distribution systems
  • Surge protection devices
  • Circuit breakers

Problems Solved:

  • Preventing excessive energy flow in electrical systems
  • Protecting equipment and devices from power surges and overloads

Benefits:

  • Enhanced safety by limiting energy flow
  • Protection against damage caused by power surges
  • Improved reliability and longevity of electrical systems


Original Abstract Submitted

an energy-limiting assembly includes: a current interrupter that includes: a current interrupting assembly; a sidewall that extends from a first end to a second end; a first end cap mounted to the first end; and a second end cap mounted to the second end. the sidewall, the first end cap, and the second end cap define an interior region. the energy-limiting arrester also includes a disconnect in the interior region, the disconnect including: a movable electrically conductive element that, when in a first position, is electrically connected to the current interrupting assembly and forms part of a current path through the energy-limiting assembly.