Title :
Shielding grids from solar storms [power system protection]
Author :
Molinski, Tom S. ; Feero, William E. ; Damsky, Ben L.
Author_Institution :
Manitoba Hydro, Winnipeg, Man., Canada
fDate :
11/1/2000 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The authors describe how geomagnetic disturbances are a real danger to some power grids and detail how being prepared for one requires an assessment of local conditions, as well as monitoring and warning systems
Keywords :
magnetic storms; power system dynamic stability; power system measurement; power system protection; power transformer protection; geomagnetic disturbances; local conditions; magnetic storms; monitoring systems; power grid shielding; power system protection; solar storms; warning systems; Alarm systems; Condition monitoring; Conductivity; Earth; Geomagnetism; Magnetic fields; North America; Power systems; Power transmission lines; Storms;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
