Impact of Lightning Strokes on Railway Overhead Contact Systems: A PSCAD Approach

Impact of Lightning Strokes on Railway Overhead Contact Systems: A PSCAD Approach is a specialized technical resource that examines the effects of lightning-induced transients on railway overhead contact systems through advanced PSCAD-based simulation and analysis. The book explores lightning characteristics, electromagnetic transients, insulation coordination, surge protection, grounding systems, and the reliability of railway electrification infrastructure. Combining theoretical foundations with simulation models, case studies, and practical engineering insights, it provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of transient behavior and mitigation strategies. An invaluable reference for engineering students, researchers, railway professionals, and power system engineers, this book bridges advanced simulation techniques with real-world railway power system applications.