Self-cleaning cable assemblies
US9595368B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 8, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A30/14
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A cable assembly includes a conductor and a self-cleaning layer that surrounds the conductor and includes one or more of a photocatalyst and an electrocatalyst. Overhead high voltage electricity transmission lines are formed from these cable assemblies. Methods of reducing surface buildup on a cable are also provided.
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