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New Measurement Procedure for Load Flow Evaluation in Medium Voltage Smart Grids

2013

The aim of this paper is to present a new approach for the medium voltage (MV) distribution network load flow analysis, mainly based on power measurement at the low voltage (LV) level of MV/LV distribution substations. This allows to use measurement instruments, usually already installed in the secondary substations, thus achieving an equally reliable measurement system with a lower cost compared to measurements at the MV side. The new approach can be applied using a proper communication system to collect the nodal measurements and an iterative algorithm based on ladder iterative technique (LIT) to compute the load flow. The validity of this method is presented and discussed on the basis of…

EngineeringIterative methodbusiness.industrypower system measurementSystem of measurementSmart grid (SG) power system measurements load flow power quality analyzer (PQA) state estimation (SE) advanced metering infrastructure (AMI)substations.Communications systemautomatic meter readingpower distribution reliabilityPower (physics)Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'Energiasmart power gridsSmart gridElectronic engineeringload flowiterative methodsPower-flow studybusinessLow voltageSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronicheVoltagepower system state estimation
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Measurement Issues for the Characterization of Medium Voltage Grids Communications

2013

This paper is focused on the measurement issues and procedures for the characterization of medium voltage grids for narrowband power line communications (NB-PLCs), in the perspective of the use and integration of such technology into smart grids communication networks. The fundamentals are given for the characterization of the PLC channel, by means of noise and attenuation measurements. Suitable procedures are also developed for the characterization and modeling of the power system components in the frequency range of interest. Furthermore, the complete model of the PLC system is experimentally validated in a real case study.

EngineeringNoise measurementbusiness.industrycommunication equipmentElectrical engineeringNoise (electronics)Attenuation measurementPower (physics)power system communicationElectric power systemNarrowbandSmart gridtesting communication systemspower system measurements.Electronic engineeringElectrical and Electronic EngineeringbusinessAttenuation measurement communication equipment testing communication systems power system communication power system measurementsSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronicheInstrumentationCommunication channelVoltageIEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement
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Medium Voltage Smart Grid: Experimental Analysis of Secondary Substation Narrow Band Power Line Communication

2013

This paper is focused on the possibility of employing narrow band power line communication (PLC) in medium voltage (MV) distribution networks. The topic is investigated by means of both simulations and experimental tests, which were carried out in the distribution network of Ustica Island. In detail, a two-way MV communication was tested between two secondary substations connected by an MV cable power line. Each substation has a by-pass connection at MV bus-bars and an MV/LV oil filled power transformer. In this paper, the MV and the PLC systems under test are described and the experimental tests are presented, which were carried out to evaluate the parameters of the simulation model. The a…

EngineeringSwitched-mode power supplyPower system communicationPower line communicationsSmart gridPower transformersPower factorEquipment testingCommunication systemsSmart power gridsElectronic engineeringElectrical and Electronic EngineeringInstrumentationElectric power distributionbusiness.industryCommunicationElectrical engineeringAttenuationComputer simulationPower (physics)Power-line communicationElectric power transmissionPower system measurementCommunication equipment testingPower engineeringbusinessAttenuation communication equipment testing communication systems narrow band power line communication power system communication power system measurements smart gridsSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronicheVoltageIEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement
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Development of a high-accuracy PC-based wattmeter with commercial data acquisition boards

2011

This paper presents the development of a high accuracy sampling wattmeter, which makes use of two commercial data acquisition boards (DAQs) connected to a common personal computer. Commercial software is also used for data processing and implementation of the virtual instrument. The set up of the PC-based wattmeter is described and a preliminary evaluation of its metrological performances is made by means of two series of experimental tests, which were carried out with an electric power standard and a high performance multifunction calibrator. © 2011 IEEE.

EngineeringVirtual instrumentElectric power measurementPC-basedlaw.inventionSet (abstract data type)Data acquisitionSampling (signal processing)lawExperimental testElectronic engineeringMeasurement theorySampled data control systemsCommercial softwareData processingpower measurements data acquisition wattmeters power system measurements sampled data systems PC-based instrumentsVirtual instrumentationData acquisition boardbusiness.industryMetrological performanceWattmeterData handlingCommercial softwareElectric powerPersonal computersSampled data systemsPower qualityPower system measurementPersonal computerHigh-accuracyInstrumentsbusinessWattmetersSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E Elettroniche2011 IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference
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A PC-based wattmeter for accurate measurements in sinusoidal and distorted conditions: Setup and experimental characterization

2012

This paper presents the development of a high-accuracy sampling wattmeter, which can be employed with both sinusoidal and distorted input signals. The proposed personal computer (PC)-based system is a simple, portable, and low-cost solution because it is based on two commercial data acquisition boards connected to a common PC. Owing to this solution, the voltage is sensed directly, avoiding expensive voltage dividers, while the current is sensed by means of a noninductive current shunt. Commercial software is also used for data processing and implementation of the virtual instrument. The setup of the PC-based wattmeter is described, with a detailed description of the correction strategy of …

EngineeringVirtual instrumentExperimental evaluationMeasurement uncertaintyNon-inductive currentsInput signalHarmonic distortionElectric power measurementlaw.inventionPC-basedData acquisitionlawExperimental testElectronic engineeringData acquisition harmonic distortion personal computer (PC) -based instrument power measurement power system measurements wattmetersElectrical and Electronic EngineeringSignal samplingInstrumentationVoltage dividersTotal harmonic distortionLow-cost solutionVirtual instrumentationbusiness.industryAnalog to digital convertersData acquisition boardExperimental characterizationVoltage dividerElectrical engineeringData acquisitionMetrological performanceWattmeterAccurate measurementCommercial softwareElectric powerPersonal computersPower qualityPersonal computerPower system measurementMeasurement uncertaintyUncertainty analysisbusinessHigh-accuracySettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronicheWattmetersVoltage
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Arc Fault Detection Method Based on CZT Low-Frequency Harmonic Current Analysis

2017

This paper presents a method for the detection of series arc faults in electrical circuits, which has been developed starting from an experimental characterization of the arc fault phenomenon and an arcing current study in several test conditions. Starting from this, the authors have found that is it possible to suitably detect arc faults by means of a high-resolution low-frequency harmonic analysis of current signal, based on chirp zeta transform, and a proper set of indicators. The proposed method effectiveness is shown by means of experimental tests, which were carried in both arcing and nonarcing conditions and in the presence of different loads, chosen according to the UL 1699 standard…

Engineeringarc fault detection020209 energyseries arcsArc-fault circuit interrupter02 engineering and technologyUL 1699Fault detection and isolationlaw.inventionHarmonic analysisElectric arcarc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI)Arc dischargeslawArc discharges arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) arc fault detection electrical safety fault diagnosis home protection interrupters power system harmonics power system measurements series arcs UL 1699Fault current limiterhome protection0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineeringElectronic engineeringElectrical and Electronic EngineeringInstrumentationpower system harmonicsinterruptersbusiness.industry020208 electrical & electronic engineeringfault diagnosispower system measurementsFault indicatorElectrical networkHarmonicelectrical safetybusinessSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E Elettroniche
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Uncertainty evaluation of a Backward/Forward Load Flow algorithm for a MV smart grid

2015

This paper presents the uncertainty evaluation of an innovative measurement algorithm for load flow analysis in MV distribution networks. The measurement procedure is based on Low Voltage (LV) load power measurements applied on a Backward/Forward (B/F) algorithm for the Load Flow (LF) resolution. Furthermore, in the procedure a three phase voltage measurement at the MV generating substation bus-bars is also considered. The accuracy analysis of the LF algorithm is performed in the case of a real load condition in the distribution grid of Ustica island, Italy. The analysis takes into account the uncertainty of the measurement instruments at the LV side of each secondary substation power trans…

Engineeringbusiness.industryPower system monitoringPower factorSmart gridAC powerLoad flow analysisPower quality analyzerConstant power circuitPower (physics)Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaPower system measurements load flow analysis power system monitoring smart grid power quality analyzer advanced metering infrastructureMeasurement uncertaintyAdvanced metering infrastructureVoltage regulationPower-flow studyPower system measurementsbusinessSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronicheLow voltageAlgorithm
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Narrowband power line communications for medium voltage smart grids

2014

The aim of the paper is to show how narrowband power line communications (NB-PLCs) can be a valid solution for medium voltage grids. Advantages and drawbacks of this solution are analyzed, starting from some experimental communication results, which were carried out on the medium power system networks of the islands of Ustica and Favignana, in the presence of the net voltage. Furthermore, some communication architectures and hardware prototypes based on NB-PLCs are proposed for different smart grids applications.

Engineeringbusiness.industrypower system measurements communication systems power system communication communication equipment testing narrow band power line communication smart gridsElectrical engineeringcommunication equipment testing communication systems narrow band power line communication power system communication power system measurements smart gridsLine (electrical engineering)Power (physics)Electric power systemSmart gridNarrowbandElectronic engineeringbusinessSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronichePhase-shift keyingVoltage
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A Technique for Power Supply Harmonic Impedance Estimation Using a Controlled Voltage Disturbance

2002

A method for power system impedance estimation is presented. The method employs a power converter to inject a voltage transient onto the supply system. As the technique employs controlled power electronic devices it may be used as a stand alone piece of a portable measurement equipment, or it may be embedded into the functions of an active shunt filter for improved harmonic control. The impedance is estimated through correlation of the measured voltage and current transients. Simulations and experimental results demonstrate the measurement technique is highly accurate and effective.

Engineeringindustrial power systemsSwitched-mode power supplybusiness.industryImpedance measurementImpedance bridgingHardware_PERFORMANCEANDRELIABILITYVoltage optimisationpower qualityElectric power systempower system measurements.Power electronicsElectronic engineeringVoltage sourceElectrical and Electronic EngineeringbusinessActive filterNegative impedance converter
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Development of a Coupling System for Medium Voltage Power Line Communication in the CENELEC A Frequency Band

2016

In this paper the performances of a new power line communication (PLC) coupling system for medium voltage (MV) smart grids are investigated in the CENELEC A frequency band (i.e. 3 - 95 kHz). The new coupling solution is based on the use of the capacitive divider of the voltage detecting system (VDS) as PLC coupler to the MV network. According to IEC 61243-5, VDS are worldwide used to reveal the presence of the mains voltage to ensure the safety of the operators. A proper interface circuit has been invented and patented to couple the PLC signal through the VDS. In this way no dedicated MV PLC coupler is required, thus avoiding the related costs of the coupler, of its installation, and those …

Engineeringpower system measurementFrequency band020209 energy02 engineering and technologyCapacitanceSignalCommunication systemspower system communication0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineeringElectronic engineeringsmart gridscommunication signal couplersCouplingFrequency-shift keyingbusiness.industry020208 electrical & electronic engineeringElectrical engineeringnarrow band power line communicationpower system measurementsPower-line communicationSmart gridcommunication systemcommunication signal couplerbusinessSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronicheVoltage
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