The ultimate guide on Power System Analysis for beginners. In this guide you’ll learn the fundamental and most important aspects of PSA (Power System Analysis)
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What is Power System Analysis
The process of performing different calculations and simulations to verify that the electrical system will perform as intended. It involves the study of system components, performing different calculations on components, and simulating the components of the power system so as to ensure that all parameters are correctly specified and protected against faults.
Power system analysis is a fundamental branch of Electrical Power Engineering. It is a key component in designing power systems and selecting the rating of power equipment such as generators, transformers, capacitor banks, shunt reactances, and transmission lines.
Elements of Power System Analysis
List of most important elements while doing Power System Analysis
Load flow analyses
One of the most important elements of PSA is load flow analysis. During load flow analysis the power system is analyzed in normal steady-state operation.
Short circuit and fault analysis
During short circuit analysis various short circuits simulations are performed. The resulting fault currents are studiend so as to design a suitable switchgear and other components of power system.
Protective device coordination and settings analysis
During protection coordination studies analysis of available fault currents in the power system is performed. Data is collected, and some computer software is used to determine the optimum setting that provides the finest protection. The results are tabulated and the final report is prepared.