Title :
The benefits of a distribution automation system using the utility communications architecture (UCA)
Author :
Gilbert, Robert F. ; Goodin, James L. ; Nelson, Kathleen
Author_Institution :
Valmet Autom. Inc., USA
Abstract :
The use of the utility communications architecture (UCA) in distribution automation projects has shown to be an effective method of reducing the cost of integration of equipment from different vendors. Furthermore, the protocols specified by UCA offer enhanced functionality not previously seen in the utility automation environment. The authors discuss the use of SCADA systems, DAIS (Database Access and Integration Services) and the Manufacturing Message Specification
Keywords :
SCADA systems; data communication; distribution networks; local area networks; power system control; protocols; DAIS; Database Access and Integration Services; LAN; Manufacturing Message Specification; SCADA; cost reduction; distribution automation projects; distribution automation system; enhanced functionality; protocols; utility communications architecture; Automation; Bandwidth; Computer architecture; Cost function; Environmental economics; Local area networks; Open systems; Power generation economics; Power industry; Protocols;
Conference_Titel :
Rural Electric Power Conference, 1998. Papers Presented at the 42nd Annual Conference
Conference_Location :
St. Louis, MO
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-4459-6
DOI :
10.1109/REPCON.1998.666952
