Using nanomaterial to enhance the performance of medium-voltage insulators and streetlights considering environmental impacts

Abstract

Nanoparticles are small objects that their size, in at least one dimension, is between 1 and 100 nanometers. Nanomaterials characteristics are completely different from larger particles. Therefore, Nanotechnology can be used to enhance the properties of many products. Although it is possible to use nanotechnology to improve the performance and life cycle of various electric components, Alborz Electric Power Distribution Company (AEPDC) efforts have been focused on using TiO2 nanoparticles in street lamps as well as medium voltage silicon rubber insulators. In current paper, the properties of titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticle were described. Then the applications of this nanomaterial in insulators and lamps were explained. Finally, the possible impacts of using it on environment were discussed.