Electric Power Transmission and Distribution

Electric Power Transmission and Distribution
Author: S. Sivanagaraju
Publisher: Pearson Education India
Total Pages: 636
Release: 2009
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9788131707913

Electric Power Transmission and Distribution is a comprehensive text, designed for undergraduate courses in power systems and transmission and distribution. A part of the electrical engineering curriculum, this book is designed to meet the requirements of students taking elementary courses in electric power transmission and distribution. Written in a simple, easy-to-understand manner, this book introduces the reader to electrical, mechanical and economic aspects of the design and construction of electric power transmission and distribution systems.

Extra High Voltage AC Transmission Engineering

Extra High Voltage AC Transmission Engineering
Author: Rakosh Das Begamudre
Publisher: New Academic Science Limited
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Electric power distribution
ISBN: 9781906574741

Presented in a lucid style with easy-to-understand methodology Review Questions, Problems with Answers are given The material has been tried out for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate courses at reputed institutions.

Transmission and Distribution

Transmission and Distribution
Author: Uday A. Bakshi
Publisher: Technical Publications
Total Pages: 672
Release:
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9333223649

The book covers all the aspects of Transmission and Distribution for undergraduate course. The various aspects of transmission and distribution systems, FACTS, sag calculations, parameters and performance of transmission lines, insulators, cables, substations and grounding systems are explained in the book with the help of comprehensive approach. The book starts with the discussion of basics of power system. It includes comparison of material required for overhead and underground systems. Various types of d.c. and a.c. distribution systems, EHVAC, HVDC and FACTS devices is also included in the book. The book explains the sag calculation under different conditions and sag template. In depth analysis of transmission line parameters is also included in the book. The book also covers the performance analysis of short, medium and long transmission lines along with circle diagram and methods of voltage control. The details of corona effect are explained in support. The book incorporates the discussion of types of insulators, string efficiency, methods of improving string efficiency, single and three core cables, grading of cables, heating and testing of cables. The chapter on substations includes the explanation of various types of substations, substation equipment’s and key diagrams. The book also covers the various types of grounding systems, grounding grids and resistance of grounding systems. The book uses plain and lucid language to explain each topic. The book provides the logical method of explaining the various complicated topics and stepwise methods to make the understanding easy. Each chapter is well supported with necessary illustrations, self-explanatory diagrams and large number of solved problems. The book explains the philosophy of the subject which makes the understanding of the concepts very clear and makes the subject more interesting.

Hvdc Transmission

Hvdc Transmission
Author: Kamakshaiah
Publisher: Tata McGraw-Hill Education
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Electric current converters
ISBN: 9780071072533

Transmission and Distribution of Power (WBSCTE)

Transmission and Distribution of Power (WBSCTE)
Author: K.R. Siddhapura & D.B. Raval
Publisher: Vikas Publishing House
Total Pages: 239
Release:
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9325986647

This book provides knowledge of transmission and distribution of electric power, which is very essential for an electrical engineer. The language used is simple and maintains a smooth flow so that the students are able to imbibe the concepts and intricacies easily. Thus, it is truly studentfriendly. KEY FEATURES • Written strictly in accordance with the syllabus of West Bengal State Council of Technical Education • Covers all the topics related to power systems • Explains concepts through technically accurate diagrams for full clarity • Contains large number of solved examples • Shows comparison between similar topics to prevent confusion

HVDC and FACTS Controllers

HVDC and FACTS Controllers
Author: Vijay K. Sood
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2006-04-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1402078919

HVDC and FACTS Controllers: Applications of Static Converters in Power Systems focuses on the technical advances and developments that have taken place in the past ten years or so in the fields of High Voltage DC transmission and Flexible AC transmission systems. These advances (in HVDC transmission and FACTS) have added a new dimension to power transmission capabilities. The book covers a wide variety of topics, some of which are listed below: -Current Source and Voltage Source Converters, -Synchronization Techniques for Power Converters, -Capacitor Commutated Converters, -Active Filters, -Typical Disturbances on HVDC Systems, -Simulation Techniques, -Static Var Compensators based on Chain Link Converters, -Advanced Controllers, -Trends in Modern HVDC. In addition to EHV transmission, HVDC technology has impacted on a number of other areas as well. As an example, a chapter dealing with HVDC Light applications is included providing recent information on both on-shore and off-shore applications of wind farms.

High Voltage Direct Current Transmission

High Voltage Direct Current Transmission
Author: J. Arrillaga
Publisher: IET
Total Pages: 316
Release: 1998-06-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780852969410

This book describes a variety of reasons justifying the use of DC transmission as well as the basic concepts and techniques involved in the AC-DC and DC-AC conversion processes.

Flexible Ac Transmission Systems (FACTS)

Flexible Ac Transmission Systems (FACTS)
Author: Yong-Hua Song
Publisher: IET
Total Pages: 614
Release: 1999
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780852967713

Provides a comprehensive guide to FACTS, covering all the major aspects in research and development of FACTS technology.

Electrical Design of Overhead Power Transmission Lines

Electrical Design of Overhead Power Transmission Lines
Author: Masoud Farzaneh
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 564
Release: 2012-09-03
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0071771921

Complete coverage of power line design and implementation "This text provides the essential fundamentals of transmission line design. It is a good blend of fundamental theory with practical design guidelines for overhead transmission lines, providing the basic groundwork for students as well as practicing power engineers, with material generally not found in one convenient book." IEEE Electrical Insultation Magazine Electrical Design of Overhead Power Transmission Lines discusses everything electrical engineering students and practicing engineers need to know to effectively design overhead power lines. Cowritten by experts in power engineering, this detailed guide addresses component selection and design, current IEEE standards, load-flow analysis, power system stability, statistical risk management of weather-related overhead line failures, insulation, thermal rating, and other essential topics. Clear learning objectives and worked examples that apply theoretical results to real-world problems are included in this practical resource. Electrical Design of Overhead Power Transmission Lines covers: AC circuits and sequence circuits of power networks Matrix methods in AC power system analysis Overhead transmission line parameters Modeling of transmission lines AC power-flow analysis using iterative methods Symmetrical and unsymmetrical faults Control of voltage and power flow Stability in AC networks High-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission Corona and electric field effects of transmission lines Lightning performance of transmission lines Coordination of transmission line insulation Ampacity of overhead line conductors