Patent ID: 8796552
Filing Date: 2014-08-05
Classification: H02G,Y02E

Abstract:
1. A modular high-voltage direct current electric power transmission system, comprising: an elongated containment system, which is a conduit; a plurality of elongated generally annular rigid primary conductors, which comprise the central portion of the segment modules, generally aligned end-to-end within the containment system; a plurality of splice transition conductors which are connected to each end of the primary conductors; a generally annular primary insulator surrounding each of the primary conductors; a plurality of compliant conductive electrical splice members, one splice member located between and electrically coupled to opposed ends of the primary conductors, to accomplish electrical continuity while allowing for axial misalignment between such conductors; a plurality of splice insulators, a splice insulator surrounding each splice member; and further comprising wheels located between the primary insulator and the containment system, wherein the wheels are optionally part of a powered carriage module that comprises reversible drives and brakes, to allow for self-propelled movement.