Practical Electrical Network Automation and Communication Systems (IDC Technology (Paperback))

In the past automation of the power network was a very specialized area but recently due to deregulation and privatization the area has become of a great importance because companies require more information and communication to minimize costs, reduce workforce and minimize errors in order to make a profit. * Covers engineering requirements and business implications of this cutting-edge and ever-evolving field * Provides a unique insight into a fast-emerging and growing market that has become and will continue to evolve into one of leading communication technologies * Written in a practical manner to help readers handle the transformation from the old analog environment to the modern digital communications-based one Index......Page 1 Preface......Page 7 1 - Introduction to power system automation......Page 9 2 - Historical development of power system automation......Page 15 3 - Overview of power networks......Page 22 4 - Fundamentals of electrical protection......Page 28 5 - Remote substation access and local intelligence......Page 54 6 - Data communications......Page 59 7 - Communication protocols,......Page 75 8 - SCADA systems......Page 116 9 - Communications in power system automation......Page 127 10 - Power system automation architectures......Page 136 11 - Power system automation systems on the market......Page 144 12 - Practical considerations......Page 172 Appendix A - The internet......Page 176 A professional engineer's guide to communications technology applications in electricity transmission and distribution