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expressed as: \[ Q = I_f \times t \] where: \( Q \) = thermal energy capacity (in Joules) \( I_f \) = fault current (in Amperes) \( t \) = duration of fault (in seconds) The busbar must be sized such that the h

factor for 40°C ambient temperature, say 0.95. Step 5: Calculate the adjusted capacity: 650 A 0.95 = 617.5 A. Step 6: Since 617.5 A > 600 A load, this busbar is suitable. This systematic approach ensures the busbar safely meets the system’s requirements. St