Title :
Installation of Hydro-Quebec´s distribution feeder automation system
Author :
Nguyen, L.-Q. ; Paradis, Bruno
Author_Institution :
IREQ, Varennes, Que., Canada
fDate :
10/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A pilot project involving feeder automation is discussed. The advantages of a decentralized approach are discussed, and guidelines for system design are given. The Hydro-Quebec feeder automation system is then described. A testing procedure for remote terminal unit prototypes is described. System cost, network characteristics, and field experience are covered. It is shown that the flow of electrical energy to the customers through distribution feeders can be managed more efficiently and reliably by automation of the feeders, at an affordable cost to utilities, for years to come
Keywords :
decentralised control; distribution networks; power system control; Hydro-Quebec feeder automation system; decentralized approach; distribution feeder automation system; remote terminal unit prototypes; testing procedure; Analog computers; Automatic control; Automation; Centralized control; Communication system control; Computer aided manufacturing; Computer peripherals; Control equipment; Costs; Power system reliability;
Journal_Title :
Power Delivery, IEEE Transactions on
