Nuclear power is giving an increasing share of power resource in China since it produces much less air pollution compared with power plant consuming fossil fuel. The power system insulation in nuclear power plant takes the risk of radiation. This chapter provides some basic research on the effect of radiation on different materials. The gamma-ray irradiation inhibiting surface charge accumulation on polyethylene is shown in this chapter. The quantity of surface charge is relative with the direction and the magnitude of voltage. Another interesting study presents the effects of atmospheric pressure on tracking failure of gamma-ray irradiated polymer insulating materials. Finally this chapter puts forward a research revealing that the Magnetic could influence the field tracking failure of gamma-ray irradiated polybutylene polymers.
Effects of Gamma-Ray Irradiation on Tracking Failure of Polymer Insulating Materials
