Power Transmission

The Problems Associated with Embedded Power Generation

Image source Pixabay The rate of the development of energy sources that are alternatives to hydrocarbons is happening at a…

6 months ago

Synchronous Compensators, What is their Purpose in Power Systems?

When designing a transmission or distribution system, the engineer must take into account not only the power requirement of the…

6 months ago

What is the Function of Unified Power Flow Controller?

In a number of cases, it may be possible to increase the grid’s capacity through enhanced control of the active…

7 months ago
What are Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems (FACTS) Controllers?

What are Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems (FACTS) Controllers?

Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) can be described as AC transmission systems incorporating power electronic-based controllers and other static controllers…

9 months ago

The Principles of Power System Protection

The Function and Principles of Power System Protection The objective of power system protection is to detect faults or abnormal…

1 year ago

Common Busbar Protection Schemes

Function of Busbars in a Power system & why they must be protected Busbars form a critical component for a…

1 year ago

Overvoltage Protection Techniques & Equipment

Overvoltage Protection – Objective, Methods & Equipment The purpose of the protective equipment in a power system is to isolate…

1 year ago

What is Corona Discharge in Power Transmission Conductors?

Corona and its Effects in Power Transmission Systems What is Corona? Corona is the term used to describe the violet…

1 year ago

DC Transmission and Distribution

In most cases, the dc power is obtained from large ac power systems by employing converting mechanisms like synchronous or…

1 year ago

Major Technologies for Smart Grid Implementation

Fig: Smart communication grid, Image by macrovector on Freepik Smart grid can enhance legacy electric systems (i.e. the traditional electricity…

1 year ago