Title :
Ground control for alternate power
Author :
Castenschiold, René
Author_Institution :
LCR Consulting Eng., Green Village, NJ, USA
Abstract :
In this article, the author argues that a number of factors should be considered when coordinating transfer switching and grounding of engine generator sets. He argues that the proper grounding and selection of transfer switches assures safety of personnel, protection of equipment, reliable ground-fault sensing, and continuity of power to electrical loads.
Keywords :
diesel-electric generators; diesel-electric power stations; earthing; machine protection; power generation faults; power generation protection; switching; electrical loads; engine generator sets protection; equipment grounding; equipment protection; ground-fault sensing; personnel safety; system grounding; transfer switching; Bonding; Circuits; Conductors; Electrodes; Engines; Grounding; Power generation; Power system protection; Power system reliability; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Power and Energy Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MPAE.2003.1197916
