Recent Advances in Cross-linked Polyethylene-based Nanocomposites for High Voltage Engineering Applications: A Critical Review

Scientific advancements in the field of high-power transmission and distribution of electrical energy revolutionized the field of high-performance polymer-based electrical insulation systems. Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) and its nanocomposites have gained substantial attention in the area of ins...

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Published in:Industrial & engineering chemistry research 2019-11, Vol.58 (46), p.20863-20879
Main Authors: Thomas, Jince, Joseph, Blessy, Jose, Josmin. P, Maria, Hanna J, Main, Priyanka, Ali Rahman, Azerai, Francis, Bejoy, Ahmad, Zakiah, Thomas, Sabu
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Language:English
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Summary:Scientific advancements in the field of high-power transmission and distribution of electrical energy revolutionized the field of high-performance polymer-based electrical insulation systems. Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) and its nanocomposites have gained substantial attention in the area of insulation, and these materials play a prodigious role in the arena of cable insulation. This paper includes various strategies for cross-linking PE coupled with different nanofillers to enhance the electrical insulation properties to attain high power transmission. It summarizes the significance of SiO2-, alumina-, TiO2-, and MgO-based XLPE nanocomposites as potential candidates for insulation in high voltage cables, electrical chips, and transistors and boron nitride-based XLPE nanocomposites for thermal insulation applications. Major challenges in dielectric insulation for cables, like partial discharge, space charge accumulation, water trees, volume resistivity, and DC breakdown strength, are addressed.
ISSN:0888-5885
1520-5045
DOI:10.1021/acs.iecr.9b02172