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