Title :
Integration of computer systems for California aqueduct power plant systems
Author :
Delfin, Eugene L. ; Gaushell, Dennis J.
Author_Institution :
California Dept. of Water Resources, Sacramento, CA, USA
fDate :
6/1/1993 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The California State Water Project is one of the largest water and power systems in the world and includes over 130 hydroelectric units. An overview of the planning and implementation of the control and communication systems replacement for the entire project is provided. New control system features are described, including a multi-agency control center, off-site backup control center, four area control systems, ten major pumping/generating plant control systems, and a 400 mile long fiber optical communication system
Keywords :
hydroelectric power stations; optical links; power station computer control; project engineering; telecontrol; water supply; 400 mile; USA; aquaduct; communication systems; hydroelectric power stations; optical links; planning; power plant; power station computer control; project; telecontrol; water supply; Automatic control; Automatic generation control; Communication system control; Computerized monitoring; Control systems; Hydroelectric power generation; Optical control; Power generation; Telecommunication control; Water resources;
Journal_Title :
Energy Conversion, IEEE Transactions on
