Distribution Systems Analysis and Automation

This book has 13 chapters. The following topics are dealt with:- Smart Grid overview; Distribution automation functions; Fundamentals of distribution system analysis; Short circuit calculation; Reliability of distribution systems; Reconfiguration and restoration of distribution systems; Voltage/VAR...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Gers, Juan M.
Corporate Author: Knovel (Firm)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Stevenage : IET, 2020.
Edition:2nd ed.
Series:Energy Engineering.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Contents
  • List of figures
  • List of tables
  • About the Author
  • Preface
  • 1. Smart Grid overview
  • 1.1 Smart Grid for Distribution Systems
  • 1.2 Definitions of Smart Grid
  • 1.3 Benefits of the Smart Grid on distribution systems
  • 1.3.1 Enhancing Reliability
  • 1.3.2 Improving System Efficiency
  • 1.3.3 Distributed Energy Resources
  • 1.3.4 Optimizing Asset Utilization and Efficient Operation
  • 1.4 Maturity Models for Smart Grid Applications
  • 1.4.1 Smart Grid Maturity Model
  • 1.4.2 Benefits of using a Smart Grid Maturity Model
  • 1.4.3 Genesis and Components of an SGMM
  • 1.4.4 Development Process of an SGMM
  • 1.4.5 Levels and Domains of the SGMM
  • 1.4.6 Results and Analysis Obtained by SGMM
  • 1.4.7 Example Case
  • 1.5 Prioritization in Smart Grid projects
  • 1.6 Cost-benefit Analysis
  • 1.6.1 Definition of Benefits
  • 1.6.2 Cost-benefit Analysis Methodologies
  • Reference
  • Further Reading
  • 2. Distribution Automation Functions
  • 2.1 Electrical System Automation
  • 2.2 EMS Functional Scope
  • 2.3 DMS Functional Scope
  • 2.4 Functionality of DMS
  • 2.4.1 Steady-state Performance Improvement
  • 2.4.2 Dynamic Performance Improvement
  • 2.5 Outage Management Systems
  • 2.6 Geographic Information Systems
  • 2.6.1 AM/FM Functions
  • 2.6.2 Database Management
  • 2.7 Communication Options
  • 2.8 Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
  • 2.8.1 SCADA Functions
  • 2.8.2 System Architecture
  • 2.9 Synchrophasors and its Application in Power Systems
  • 2.9.1 Definition
  • 2.9.2 Application of PMUs
  • Further Reading
  • 3. Fundamentals of Distribution System Analysis
  • 3.1 Electrical Circuit Laws
  • 3.1.1 Ohm's law
  • 3.1.2 Kirchhoff's Voltage Law
  • 3.1.3 Kirchhoff's Current Law
  • 3.2 Circuit Theorems
  • 3.2.1 Thevenin's Theorem
  • 3.2.2 Star/Delta Transform
  • 3.2.3 Superposition Theorem
  • 3.3 Power AC Circuits
  • 3.4 PU Normalization
  • 3.5 Load Flow
  • 3.5.1 Formulation of the Load Flow Problem
  • 3.5.2 Newton-Raphson Method
  • 3.5.3 Type of Buses
  • 3.5.4 Application of the Newton-Raphson Method to Solve Load Flows
  • 3.5.5 Decoupling method
  • 3.6 Radial Load Flow Concepts
  • 3.6.1 Theoretical Background
  • 3.6.2 Distribution Network Models
  • 3.6.3 Nodes and Branches Identification
  • 3.6.4 Illustration of Nodes and Branches Identification
  • 3.6.5 Algorithm to Develop Radial Load Flow
  • 3.7 Power System Analysis Tool
  • 3.7.1 New Tendencies in PSAT Applications
  • 3.7.2 Advanced Simulations in PSATs based on Load Flow Concept
  • 3.8 Proposed Exercises
  • Further Reading
  • 4. Short Circuit Calculation
  • 4.1 Nature of Short Circuit Currents
  • 4.2 Calculation of Fault Duty Values
  • 4.3 Fault Calculation for Symmetrical Faults
  • 4.4 Symmetrical Components
  • 4.4.1 Importance and Construction of Sequence Networks
  • 4.4.2 Calculation of Asymmetrical Faults using Symmetrical Components
  • 4.4.3 Equivalent Impedances for a Power System