Catch the Wave: Modeling of the Pressure Wave Associated with Arc Fault

Data are not available on how often arc faults occur in electrical equipment. These events are generally assumed to be of low frequency over the experience of all installations. However, when an arc fault does occur, the consequences are both severe and expensive with respect to: □ the personnel in the vicinity of the arc fault energy [1] □ the equipment involved in the arc fault □ the plant organization that responds to the consequences of the injuries and damage.