Sensor and method for identifying downed power transmission conductors and structures

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9970759
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14474733

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A sensor and method for identifying a downed power transmission conductor or structure is disclosed. The method includes the steps of securing a sensor to a power transmission conductor or structure, using the sensor to measure inclination of the power transmission conductor or structure, comparing the measured inclination to a set threshold, and alerting a utility if the measured inclination exceeds the set threshold.

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  • ELECTRIC POWER RESEARCH INSTITUTE INC.

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Phillips, Andrew John Harrisburg, US 32 665

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