Wilkins et al. - Google Patents
Protection of TVSS SystemsWilkins et al.
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- Wilkins R
- Lane R
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Transient voltage surge suppressors (TVSSs) using MOV technology are widely used to protect power systems and components against the effects of transient overvoltages. However MOVs can fail explosively under certain conditions, and protection is needed …
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