8. Conclusion

The contents of the book are the result of the authors' many years of work at the Chair for High Voltage and High Current Engineering at the Dresden University of Technology. We see ourselves as the spokespersons for a research group that has been active in this field for more than 40 years. The high quality of the research is reflected in the numerous qualification works, which in turn represent a unique treasure trove of knowledge. The essential findings of this unique feature in the research at the chair are summarized in this book. It is intended to provide students, engineers, experts, and interested parties with a basis for utilizing and preserving the knowledge about the contact and long-term behavior of current-carrying connections.