What is switchgear and its working.

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Switchgear is an electrical equipment that controls, protects and isolates electrical circuits.

Switchgear is used to control the flow of electricity in a power system.
It protects electrical equipment from damage caused by overloads, short circuits, and other faults.
Switchgear can be classified into two types: low voltage and high voltage.
Low voltage switchgear is used in residential and commercial buildings, while high voltage switchgear is used in power plants and substations.
Switchgear works by opening and closing electrical circuits to control the flow of electricity.
It also isolates faulty equipment from the rest of the system to prevent damage.
Examples of switchgear include circuit breakers, fuses, and disconnect switches.

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