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Fault location based on synchronized measurements: a comprehensive survey
1Saudi Electricity Company, Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
This survey reviews synchronized measurement-based fault location algorithms for power transmission and distribution systems. It covers various line configurations, adaptive techniques, and advanced wavelet transform methods for improved accuracy.
Area of Science:
- Electrical Engineering
- Power Systems
Background:
- Accurate fault location is crucial for reliable power system operation.
- Traditional methods face challenges with complex network configurations and series compensation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive survey of synchronized measurement-based fault location algorithms.
- To review existing and emerging techniques for enhanced fault location accuracy.
Main Methods:
- Review of algorithms for two-end, three-terminal, and multi-terminal lines.
- Discussion of fault location challenges with series-compensated lines (e.g., using metal oxide varistors - MOVs).
- Exploration of adaptive fault location algorithms and wavelet transform-based high-frequency techniques.
Main Results:
- Summarizes diverse fault location algorithms and their applicability.
- Highlights issues with series-compensated lines and adaptive solutions.
- Discusses advanced non-standard high-frequency techniques.
Conclusions:
- Synchronized measurements offer robust solutions for fault location.
- Further research is needed in adaptive algorithms and advanced signal processing techniques.
- Addressing challenges in series-compensated and complex networks remains a key area.
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