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Substation design factors grow in complexity, diversity

Journal Article · · Electr. Light Power (Boston); (United States)
OSTI ID:5495073
New designs for power substations are taking into consideration the need for flexible switching operations to retain system reliability and allow proper maintenance. The advantages of several circuit breaker and bus configurations are outlined, with the breaker and half scheme judged to offer the best compromise of cost and reliability. Other points to consider in evaluating the arrangement of components and the environmental conditions to be met are described and remedies suggested. 5 tables. (DCK)
OSTI ID:
5495073
Journal Information:
Electr. Light Power (Boston); (United States), Journal Name: Electr. Light Power (Boston); (United States) Vol. 58:3; ISSN ELLPA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English