Communication network modeling for simulation of wide-area control and protection applications in power systems

Computer simulation is a widely used tool for design and analysis of various aspects of modern power systems.

One area where simulation has been invaluable is the study of protection systems used to avoid catastrophic

failures and blackouts, by rapidly detecting and shutting down faulty equipment in the system. High-speed data

networks are becoming an integral part of the modern power grid, which uses computer-based monitoring, and

protection systems. However, relying on data networks presents a unique set of challenges in terms of ensuring

reliable and timely exchange of information between measurement units, computers, and protection equipment.

Therefore any comprehensive study of a power system protection scheme must also include an analysis of the

impact of the of the data network. At present, software tools are not available for realistic simulation of datanetworks

within widely used power-system simulation software such as PSCAD. The goal of the proposed

research is to develop a set of data-network simulation models, which can…………………..

Faculty Supervisor:

Pradeepa Yahampath

Student:

Partner:

Manitoba Hydro

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services; Utilities

University:

University of Manitoba

Program:

Accelerate

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