Title :
Future distribution networks with distributed generators capable of operating in islanded mode
Author :
Ding, X. ; Crossley, P.A. ; Morrow, D.J.
Author_Institution :
Queen´´s Univ., Belfast, UK
Abstract :
To maximise the benefits of distributed generators, utilities must start to actively operate and manage their networks. One solution, proposed in the paper, allows DG to operate as an isolated island when the utility network fails. The approach would ensure "important" customers were not affected by a failure of the utility supply, if appropriate levels of DG were operating within the island.
Keywords :
power distribution faults; power distribution planning; power distribution protection; power generation faults; power generation planning; power generation protection; distributed generators; future distribution networks; islanded mode; isolated island; network management; network operation; utility network failure; Current control; Distributed control; Frequency; Global Positioning System; Hazards; Intelligent networks; Logic; Personnel; Power quality; Protection;
Conference_Titel :
Universities Power Engineering Conference, 2004. UPEC 2004. 39th International
Conference_Location :
Bristol, UK
Print_ISBN :
1-86043-365-0
