Power Supply System for the Atacama Large Millimetre Array (ALMA), Chile
The Atacama Large Millimetre Array (ALMA) is an international astronomy facility, consisting of an equal partnership between Europe and North America, in co-operation with the Republic of Chile. On behalf of Europe, the ALMA construction and operations are led by the European Southern Observatory (ESO).
Client:
European Southern Observatory (ESO), Munich, Germany
Period:
2008 - 2009
Chile
Chile
Services:
- Review and updating of conceptual studies
- Detailed system studies, planning and design of electrical facilities and civil structures
- Preparation of tender documents
- Assistance in tendering and contract
Technical data:
- 110 kV Over head line:approx. 150 km
- 110 kV Substation:one GIS feeder
- 110/23kV Transformer:12 MVA
- MV switchgears:42 feeders
- 23kV Over head line:27 km