Tag Archives: Power system blackout
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Power System Restoration Following a High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse–Induced Blackout
Triggered by the high-altitude detonation of a nuclear weapon, a high-altitude electromagnetic pulse (HEMP) is a sudden burst of electromagnetic radiation that can damage electronic components in the power grid. This report discusses global principles and practices for power system restoration plans following a widespread blackout and examines how a HEMP event could impact these […]
