Selvaraj, M.Kulkarni, S.Babu, R.R.2020-03-312020-03-312013Composite Structures, 2013, Vol.96, , pp.1-710.1016/j.compstruct.2012.10.013https://idr.nitk.ac.in/handle/123456789/9939This paper discusses the development of a composite cross arm for a power transmission line tower using FRP pultruded profiles. The mechanical performance of the composite cross arm has been evaluated using experimental testing and an analytical solution as well as a finite element simulation. By using the composite cross arm in place of a steel cross arm with ceramic insulators, considerable reduction of transmission corridor is achieved. 2012 Elsevier Ltd.Article