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Electric Distribution Systems

by Abdelhay A. Sallam, Om P. Malik

2nd Edition

Publisher: Wiley-IEEE Press

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Book Details

Print ISBN9781119509318
eText ISBN9781119509325
PublisherWiley-IEEE Press
Publishing Year2019
Edition2nd Edition
LanguageEnglish
Pages624

Electric Distribution Systems, 2nd Edition, is a textbook providing a two-tiered theoretical and practical approach for designing, installing, and managing electric distribution systems. The volume outlines fundamental concepts and analytical techniques essential for system design and operation.

Coverage focuses on distribution planning, network protection schemes, and power quality management. The authors discuss methods for identifying operational issues, reducing disturbances, and optimizing network performance across distinct service areas.

Written for utility engineers, regulators, and distribution consultants, the text supports technical problem solving with real-world examples, diagrams, and photographs.

Table of Contents

  1. Chapter 1: Introduction

    • • 1.1 Introduction and Background
    • • 1.2 Power System Structure
    • • 1.3 Distribution Level
    • • 1.4 General
  2. Chapter 2: Distribution System Structure

    • • 2.1 Distribution Voltage Levels
    • • 2.2 Distribution System Configuration
    • • 2.3 General Comments
  3. Chapter 3: Distribution System Planning

    • • 3.1 Duties of Distribution System Planners
    • • 3.2 Factors Affecting the Planning Process
    • • 3.3 Planning Objectives
    • • 3.4 Solutions for Meeting Load Forecasts
  4. Chapter 4: Load Forecasting

    • • 4.1 Introduction
    • • 4.2 Important Factors for Forecasts
    • • 4.3 Forecasting Methodology
    • • 4.4 Spatial Load Forecasting (SLF)
    • • 4.5 End-Use Modeling
    • • 4.6 Spatial Load Forecast Methods
  5. Chapter 5: Earthing Of Electric Distribution Systems

    • • 5.1 Basic Objectives
    • • 5.2 Earthing Electrical Equipment
    • • 5.3 System Earthing
    • • 5.4 MV Earthing Systems
    • • 5.5 Earthing Systems in LV Distribution Networks
  6. Chapter 6: Short-Circuit Studies

    • • 6.1 Introduction
    • • 6.2 Short-Circuit Analysis
  7. Chapter 7: Protection: Current-Based Schemes

    • • 7.1 Introduction
    • • 7.2 Types of Relay Construction
    • • 7.3 Overcurrent Protection
    • • 7.4 Directional Protection
    • • 7.5 Differential Protection
  8. Chapter 8: Protection: Other Schemes

    • • 8.1 Overvoltage Protection
    • • 8.2 Thermal Protection
    • • 8.3 Reclosers, Sectionalizers, Fuses
  9. Chapter 9: Switchgear Devices

    • • 9.1 Need for Switchgear
    • • 9.2 MV Switchgear Devices
    • • 9.3 LV Switchgear Devices
    • • 9.4 Protection Classes
    • • 9.5 Specifications and Implementation of Earthing
    • • 9.6 Assessment of Switchgear
    • • 9.7 Safety and Security of Installations
    • • 9.8 Application Trends in MV Switchgear
  10. Chapter 10: Switchgear Installation

    • • 10.1 Steps for Installing Switchgear
    • • 10.2 Switchgear Layout
    • • 10.3 Dimensioning of Switchgear Installations
    • • 10.4 Civil Construction Requirements
    • • 10.5 ARC-Flash Hazards
  11. Chapter 11: Electric Power Quality

    • • 11.1 Overview
    • • 11.2 Power Quality Problems
    • • 11.3 Cost of Power Quality
    • • 11.4 Solutions of Power Quality Problems
    • • 11.5 Solution Cycle for Power Quality Problems
  12. Chapter 12: Voltage Variations

    • • 12.1 Voltage Quality
    • • 12.2 Methods of Voltage Drop Reduction
    • • 12.3 Voltage Sag Calculations
    • • 12.4 Estimation of Distribution Losses
  13. Chapter 13: Power Factor Improvement

    • • 13.1 Background
    • • 13.2 Shunt Compensation
    • • 13.3 Need for Shunt Compensation
    • • 13.4 An Example
    • • 13.5 How to Determine Compensation
  14. Chapter 14: Harmonics in Electric Distribution Systems

    • • 14.1 What Are Harmonics?
    • • 14.2 Sources of Harmonics
    • • 14.3 Disturbances Caused by Harmonics
    • • 14.4 Principles of Harmonic Distortion Indications and Measurement
    • • 14.5 Frequency Spectrum and Harmonic Content
    • • 14.6 Standards and Recommendations
  15. Chapter 15: Harmonics Effect Mitigation

    • • 15.1 Introduction
    • • 15.2 First Class of Solutions
    • • 15.3 Second Class of Solutions
    • • 15.4 Third Class of Solutions
    • • 15.5 Selection Criteria
    • • 15.6 Case Studies
  16. Chapter 16: Demand-Side Management And Energy Efficiency

    • • 16.1 Overview
    • • 16.2 DSM
    • • 16.3 Needs to Apply DSM
    • • 16.4 Means of DSM Programs
    • • 16.5 International Experience with DSM
    • • 16.6 Potential for DSM Application
    • • 16.7 The DSM Planning Process
    • • 16.8 Expected Benefits of Managing Demand
    • • 16.9 Energy Efficiency
    • • 16.10 Scenarios Used for Energy-Efficiency Application
    • • 16.11 Economic Benefits of Energy Efficiency
    • • 16.12 Application of Efficient Technology
  17. Chapter 17: SCADA Systems

    • • 17.1 Introduction
    • • 17.2 Definitions
    • • 17.3 SCADA Components
    • • 17.4 SCADA Systems Architectures
    • • 17.5 SCADA Applications
    • • 17.6 SCADA and Grid Modernization
  18. Chapter 18: Distributed Generation

    • • 18.1 Power Systems and Distributed Generation
    • • 18.2 Performance of Distributed Generators
    • • 18.3 Case Study
  19. Chapter 19: Electrical Energy Storage

    • • 19.1 Introduction
    • • 19.2 Electrical Energy Storage
    • • 19.3 Role of Electrical Energy Storage
    • • 19.4 Types of EES Systems
    • • 19.5 Energy Storage Application
  20. Chapter 20: Microgrids And Smart Grids

    • • 20.1 Background
    • • 20.2 MG Benefits
    • • 20.3 MG Operation
    • • 20.4 Challenges
    • • 20.5 Handling the Challenges
    • • 20.6 Control Methodology
    • • 20.7 Case Study
    • • 20.8 Protection for MGs
    • • 20.9 Concluding Remarks on MGs
    • • 20.10 Smart Grids
  21. Chapter Appendix A: Data Of Microgrid Components

  22. Chapter Appendix B: Matlab Simulink Models

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