1.Power System
General Concept
Distribution of Power
Quality of Supply
System Study
Benchmarking
Electricity reforms
Future Distribution Systems
2.Electricity Forecasting
Power Loads
Connected Load
Load Forecasting
Definitions of Some Basic Concepts in Statistics
Regression Analysis
Correlation Theory
Analysis of Time Series
Factors in Power System Loading
Unloading the System
Forecast of system Peak
Strategic Forecasting
Spatial Load Forecasting
Technological Forecasting
Sources of Error: Regulating the Model
3.System Planning
Planning Process
Planning Criteria and Standards
System Development
Dispersed Generation
Distribution System Economics and Finance
Mapping
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Modeling
System Calculations
Introductory Methods
Network Elements
Load Flow
Automated Planning
Fault Studies
Effect of Abnormal Loads
Line Circuits
Urban Distribution
Outsourcing
4.Designing and Operation
Engineering Design
Operation Criteria and Standards
Sub-transmission
Sub-station and Feeder
Low Voltage—Three-phase or single-phase
Practices
Location of Sectionalizer
Voltage Control
Harmonics
Load Variations
Impact Loading of Transformer
Ferroresonance
System Losses
Energy Management
Model Distribution System
5.Distribution Automation
Distribution Automation
Project planning
Definitions
Communication
Sensors
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Consumer Information Service (CIS)
Geographical Information System (GIS)
Automatic Meter Reading (AMR)
Automation Systems
6.Optimization
Introduction
Costing of Schemes
Typical Network Configurations
Planning Terms
Network Cost Modelling
Voltage Levels
Synthesis of Optimum Line Networks
Applications of Linear Programming to Network Synthesis
Optimum Phasing Sequence
Economic Loading of Distribution Transformers
Worst-case Loading of Distribution Transformers
Discussion
7.Reliability and Quality
Introduction
Definition of Reliability
Failure
Probability Concepts
Limitations of Distribution Systems
Power Quality
Reliability Measurements
Power supply quality survey
Reliability Aids
8.Consumer Services
Supply industry
Natural Monopoly
Regulations
Other legal Provisions
Distribution Code
Consumer Care
Standards
Consumer Load Requirements
Consumer Factors
Least cost of Supply
Revenue and Return
Load Management
Energy Audit
Theft of Electricity
Metering of Energy
Periodical Testing of Meters
Consumer Load Monitoring
9.Tariffs and Billing
Objectives
Costing
Pricing Approach
Classifications
Economically Efficient Tariff Structure
Electricity Market
Rational Tariffs
Tariff Applications
Billing
10.Grounding
Grounding System
Earth and Safety
Nature of an Earth Electrode System
Earth Conductor Sizes
Design of Earthing Electrodes
System Earthing
Earth Testing
11.Overhead Lines
Choice of the System
Optimum Design Considerations
Overhead Lines
Design of overhead power lines
Overhead Line Construction
Vibrations
Line Accessories
Installation of Distribution Transformer
Compact Lines
Aerial Bunched Cables (ABC) System
Service Line
12.Underground Cables
Circuit Design: Key to Reliability
Determination of Cable Rating
Stress Grading
Thermo-Mechanical Effects in Cable Systems
Cable Materials
Cable Jointing
Installation of Cables
Principal Causes of Cable Failure
Selection of Cables
System Fault Location
13.System Overvoltages
Causes of Overvoltages
Lighting
Protective Devices
Failure of Lightning Arresters
Detection of Arrester Failures in the Field
Allowable Maximum Distance of Separation
Traveling Waves
Protection Schemes
Pole-Mounted Distribution Transformer
Cable Junction
Lightning Arresters: Earthing
14.Rural Supply
Rural System
Reliability
Faults and Protection
Improvement of Existing Distribution Systems
Single Wired Earth Return System
Fault Locating
Auto-Reclosers
Determination of Rating of Induction Motor
Constructional Practices
Future Orientation of Rural System
15.Power Capacitors
Reactive Power
Series and Shunt Capacitors
System Harmonics
HT Shunt Capacitors’ Installation Requirements
Size of Capacitors for Power Factor Improvement
LT Capacitors
Construction Features
16.Insulation Measurements
Insulation Supervision
Insulation Measurement—Non-Destructive Techniques
Insulation Testing: Destructive Tests
Transformer Oil Testing
17.System Protection
Time Current Characteristics
Fuses
Switching Devices
Circuit Breakers
Protective Relaying
Instrument Transformers
Overcurrent Schemes
Unit Protection
18.System Maintenance
Successful Maintenance
Failures and Maintenance
Porcelain Insulators
Transformer Oil Maintenance
Transformer Drying
Maintenance Staff and Tools
Maintenance Costs
19.Electrical Services
Standards
Electrical Installations
Reception of Electric Supply
Supply Voltage
Consumer Supply Arrangement
Internal Writing
Switchgear
Plug and Socket Outlets
Circuit loading
Load estimation
Earthing
Lightning
Lamps
Luminaries
Road Lightning
Flood Lightning
Automatic Fire Alarm System
Electrical Call Bell Services
Other Services
Lightning Protection
Standby Supplies
Voltage Stabilizers
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