Selvaraj, M.Kulkarni, S.Ramesh Babu, R.2026-02-052013Composite Structures, 2013, 96, , pp. 1-72638223https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2012.10.013https://idr.nitk.ac.in/handle/123456789/26835This 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.Ceramic insulatorsCross armExperimental testingFinite element simulationsMechanical performancePultruded profilesPultruded sectionsTransmission corridorTransmission line towersTransmission line theoryElectric lines