Title :
`Optimiser¿: a microcomputer-based current controller to improve voltage levels in rural locations
Author :
Burton, D.P. ; Heffernan, D. ; Richmond, E.
Author_Institution :
Analog Devices BV, Rakeen Industrial Estate, Limerick, Ireland
fDate :
1/1/1980 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The paper describes the application of a microcomputer to improve voltage levels and motor starting performance in rural locations by controlling power consumption according to some predetermined stategy. Results obtained with a prototype installation are given and the direction being taken in present and future work is described.
Keywords :
distribution networks; electric current control; power system computer control; controlling power consumption; microcomputer based current controller; motor starting performance; prototype installation; rural locations; voltage levels;
Journal_Title :
Electric Power Applications, IEE Proceedings B
DOI :
10.1049/ip-b:19800007
