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• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 15 Sep 2025

  AI-Assisted Defect Detection in Polymer Composite Insulators Using an Optimised Ensemble Deep Learning Framework for Structural Health Monitoring

  By Hari Krishnan G, Mohandass G, Umashankar G, Ram Prasad Reddy M, Ravindra G

  Abstract: Polymer composite insulators, particularly those made from silicone rubber and epoxy resins, are increasingly adopted in high-voltage transmission systems due to their superior electrical insulation, lightweight design, hydrophobicity, and environmental durability. Despite their advantages, these materials are susceptible to surface degradation, mechanical cracking, and flashover under prolonged exposure to environmental pollutants, thermal stress, and electrical aging. Accurate, real-time condition assessment of these composite insulators is critical for ensuring operational safety, …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 253–261 Read article →