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Age-Dependent Fragility And Life-Cycle Cost Analysis Of Timber And Steel Distribution Poles Subjected To Hurricanes, Abdullahi M. Salman
Age-Dependent Fragility And Life-Cycle Cost Analysis Of Timber And Steel Distribution Poles Subjected To Hurricanes, Abdullahi M. Salman
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Power distribution systems are susceptible to extreme damage from natural hazards especially hurricanes. Hurricane winds can knock down distribution poles thereby causing damage to the system and power outages which can result in millions of dollars in lost revenue and restoration costs. Timber has been the dominant material used to support overhead lines in distribution systems. Recently however, utility companies have been searching for a cost-effective alternative to timber poles due to environmental concerns, durability, high cost of maintenance and need for improved aesthetics. Steel has emerged as a viable alternative to timber due to its advantages such as relatively …