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Abstract: One of the factors that affect the parameters of an underground cable is earth return path impedance. Pollaczek developed a formula for the case of one-layer (homogenous) earth. But in practice the earth is composed of several layers. In this study we develop a new formula for earth return path impedance in the case of a three-layer earth. To check the accuracy of the obtained results, a comparison has been made with the finite element method (FEM). A comparison between the results of the Pollaczek formula and results of the obtained formula for a three-layer earth has been made, showing that the use of the Pollaczek formula instead of the actual formula can cause serious errors.

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