Title :
Studying distribution system reliability against lightning
Author :
Romualdo, Carlos ; Brito, Fernando ; Perez, Hugo ; de la Rosa, F. ; Sarmiento, Héctor G.
Author_Institution :
Inst. Tecnologico de Oaxaca, Mexico
Abstract :
A general overview is presented of the use of computers in different areas of a research project intended to study the adequate protection of distribution systems against lightning. The effects of lightning on electric power distribution are examined. The modeling of lightning and other phenomena, which is needed to perform analytical studies to predict distribution system reliability against lightning, is discussed. Field measurements of ground flash density and lightning location are described. Areas that require further research are identified.<>
Keywords :
distribution networks; lightning protection; power engineering computing; power system protection; reliability; computers; distribution system protection; distribution system reliability; ground flash density; lightning; lightning location; Corona; Density measurement; Electric breakdown; Electrical capacitance tomography; Lightning; Power system modeling; Power system protection; Power transformer insulation; Predictive models; Reliability;
Journal_Title :
Computer Applications in Power, IEEE
