Monte Carlo method application to evaluate the infinite integrals of underground cable earth-return path impedance

Purpose - To find an easy and accurate method for evaluating the Pollaczek's integral in earth-return path impedance calculation.Design methodology approach - The Monte Carlo method of evaluating the Pollaczek's integral is introduced.Findings - The Monte Carlo method is easy and accurate method for this computation.Research limitations implications - Using proposed method in cases of earth stratification.Practical implications - The proposed method can be used in power system transient software.Originality value - The proposed method introduces a computation method for calculation of Pollaczek's integral which is valuable for power engineers.