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Directed Study - Level II Advanced Thermographic Applications
Supplemental Materials for Task #1:
Read two of the following White Papers from below and write a minimum 100 word summary for each. Be sure to include three highlighted points that you learned from the article as bulleted items with each summary.
Please Note: These papers are provided in PDF format. Adobe Acrobat Reader is requried to view and may be downloaded for free here:
Myths and Truths About Wind and Load Correction Factors
There are a number of formulas and computer programs for’ correcting’ or predicting what will happen to the temperature (or temperature rise) of an electrical fault when the load or wind changes. While these formulas are somewhat useful to indicate that significant changes in temperature may take place when the load or wind changes, they are subject to much abuse and misuse and may be downright misleading when it comes to prioritizing repairs.
Improving Radiometric Accuracy
This paper will attempt to define the parameters that can affect radiometric accuracy and repeatability, as well as some methods to minimize their effect. It will also discuss possible reasons for discrepancy in readings with other devices.
Surface Temperature Considerations
Engineers are usually taught the basic forms of heat transfer, often with the assumption that surface temperature is an independent variable driving the heat transfer. The reality is, however, that surface temperature is an interface between different forms of heat transfer and responds as a dependent variable. This paper will provide an overview of surface temperature as a response to different forms of both internal energy generation and external environment.
10 Reasons Why a Temperature Rise Should Be Reported as "At Least"
This paper provides 10 solid reasons why the temperature, or temperature rise of an abnormally hot electrical connection should be reported as "At Least".