Description
Smart grids are linked with smart homes and smart meters. These smart grids are the new topology for generating, distributing, and consuming energy. If these smart devices are not connected in a smart grid, then they cannot work properly; hence, the conventional power systems are swiftly changing in order to improve the quality of electrical energy. This book covers the fundamentals of power systems—which are the pillars for smart grids —with a focus on defining the smart grid with theoretical and experimental electrical concepts. Power System Fundamentals begins by discussing electric circuits, the basic systems in smart grids, and finishes with a complete smart grid concept. The book allows the reader to build a foundation of understanding with basic and advanced exercises that run on simulation before moving to experimental results. It is intended for readers who want to comprehensively cover both the basic and advanced concepts of smart grids.
Table of Contents
Linear Electric Circuits. Power flow and electric machinery basics. Hydroelectricity. Wind Energy. Solar energy. Electric Power Transmission. Power distribution system, unsymmetrical failures and power system protections. Renewable Energy. Smart Grid. Power electronics in power systems using LabView, LabView-FPGA and Multisim.
