Electric Power System Basics for the Nonelectrical Professional
2nd Edition
Published on 23. December 2016
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-119-18019-7 (ISBN)
Description
The second edition of Steven W. Blume's bestseller provides a comprehensive treatment of power technology for the non-electrical engineer working in the electric power industry
This book aims to give non-electrical professionals a fundamental understanding of large interconnected electrical power systems, better known as the "Power Grid", with regard to terminology, electrical concepts, design considerations, construction practices, industry standards, control room operations for both normal and emergency conditions, maintenance, consumption, telecommunications and safety. The text begins with an overview of the terminology and basic electrical concepts commonly used in the industry then it examines the generation, transmission and distribution of power. Other topics discussed include energy management, conservation of electrical energy, consumption characteristics and regulatory aspects to help readers understand modern electric power systems. This second edition features:
New sections on renewable energy, regulatory changes, new measures to improve system reliability, and smart technologies used in the power grid system
Updated practical examples, photographs, drawing, and illustrations to help the reader gain a better understanding of the material
"Optional supplementary reading" sections within most chapters to elaborate on certain concepts by providing additional detail or background
Electric Power System Basics for the Nonelectrical Professional, Second Edition, gives business professionals in the industry and entry-level engineers a strong introduction to power technology in non-technical terms.
Steve W. Blume is Founder of Applied Professional Training, Inc., APT Global, LLC, APT College, LLC and APT Corporate Training Services, LLC, USA. Steve is a registered professional engineer and certified NERC Reliability Coordinator with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering specializing in power and a Bachelor's degree specializing in Telecommunications. He has more than 25 years' experience teaching electric power system basics to non-electrical professionals. Steve's engineering and operations experience includes generation, transmission, distribution, and electrical safety. He is an active senior member in IEEE and has published two books in power systems through IEEE and Wiley.
This book aims to give non-electrical professionals a fundamental understanding of large interconnected electrical power systems, better known as the "Power Grid", with regard to terminology, electrical concepts, design considerations, construction practices, industry standards, control room operations for both normal and emergency conditions, maintenance, consumption, telecommunications and safety. The text begins with an overview of the terminology and basic electrical concepts commonly used in the industry then it examines the generation, transmission and distribution of power. Other topics discussed include energy management, conservation of electrical energy, consumption characteristics and regulatory aspects to help readers understand modern electric power systems. This second edition features:
New sections on renewable energy, regulatory changes, new measures to improve system reliability, and smart technologies used in the power grid system
Updated practical examples, photographs, drawing, and illustrations to help the reader gain a better understanding of the material
"Optional supplementary reading" sections within most chapters to elaborate on certain concepts by providing additional detail or background
Electric Power System Basics for the Nonelectrical Professional, Second Edition, gives business professionals in the industry and entry-level engineers a strong introduction to power technology in non-technical terms.
Steve W. Blume is Founder of Applied Professional Training, Inc., APT Global, LLC, APT College, LLC and APT Corporate Training Services, LLC, USA. Steve is a registered professional engineer and certified NERC Reliability Coordinator with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering specializing in power and a Bachelor's degree specializing in Telecommunications. He has more than 25 years' experience teaching electric power system basics to non-electrical professionals. Steve's engineering and operations experience includes generation, transmission, distribution, and electrical safety. He is an active senior member in IEEE and has published two books in power systems through IEEE and Wiley.
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2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 155 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
431 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-119-18019-7 (9781119180197)
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Steve W. Blume is Founder of Applied Professional Training, Inc., APT Global, LLC, APT College, LLC and APT Corporate Training Services, LLC, USA. Steve is a registered professional engineer and certified NERC Reliability Coordinator with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering specializing in power and a Bachelor's degree specializing in Telecommunications. He has more than 25 years' experience teaching electric power system basics to non-electrical professionals. Steve's engineering and operations experience includes generation, transmission, distribution, and electrical safety. He is an active senior member in IEEE and has published two books in power systems through IEEE and Wiley.
Content
Preface ix
Acknowledgments xv
Chapter 1 System Overview, Terminology, and Basic Concepts 1
Chapter Objectives 1
History of Electric Power 1
System Overview 2
Terminology 3
AC Voltage Generation 9
AC Connections 14
Three Types of Electrical Load 15
Chapter 2 Generation 19
Chapter Objectives 19
Real-Time Generation 19
Power Plants and Prime Movers 20
Chapter 3 Transmission Lines 43
Chapter Objectives 43
Transmission Lines 43
Conductors 45
Transmission Line Design Parameters (Optional Supplementary Reading) 50
Underground Transmission (Optional Supplementary Reading) 51
DC Transmission Systems (Optional Supplementary Reading) 52
Chapter 4 Substations 53
Chapter Objectives 53
Substation Equipment 53
Transformers 54
Regulators 63
Circuit Breakers 69
Reclosers 74
Disconnect Switches 75
Lightning Arresters 79
Electrical Bus 81
Capacitor Banks 83
Reactors 84
Static Var Compensators 86
Control Building 87
Preventive Maintenance 88
Chapter 5 Distribution 91
Chapter Objectives 91
Distribution Systems 91
Transformer Connections (Optional Supplementary Reading) 102
Fuses and Cutouts 110
Riser or Dip Pole 112
Underground Service 112
Chapter 6 Consumption 119
Chapter Objectives 119
Electrical Energy Consumption 119
Power System Efficiency 121
Power Factor 122
Supply and Demand 123
Demand Side Management 124
Metering 125
Performance-Based Rates 131
Service Entrance Equipment 132
Chapter 7 System Protection 147
Chapter Objectives 147
Two Types of Protection 147
System Protection Equipment and Concepts 148
Distribution Protection 152
Transmission Protection 155
Substation Protection 157
Generator Protection 158
Generator Synchronization 160
Overall Transmission Protection 162
Substation Automation 162
Chapter 8 Interconnected Power Systems 165
Chapter Objectives 165
Interconnected Power Systems 165
The North American Power Grids 166
Regulatory Environment 167
Interchange Scheduling 170
Interconnected System Operations 171
System Demand and Generator Loading 177
Reliable Grid Operations 180
Chapter 9 System Control Centers and Telecommunications 187
Chapter Objectives 187
Electric System Control Centers 187
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) 189
Energy Management Systems 191
Wide Area Monitoring Systems (WAMS) 194
Smart Grid 196
Utility Communications Systems 207
Chapter 10 Personal Protection (Safety) 209
Chapter Objectives 209
Electrical Safety 209
Personal Protection 210
ARC-Flash 218
Electrical Safety Around the Home 222
Appendix A The Derivation of Root Mean Squared 225
Appendix B Graphical Power Factor Analysis 227
Recommended Reading 229
Index231
Acknowledgments xv
Chapter 1 System Overview, Terminology, and Basic Concepts 1
Chapter Objectives 1
History of Electric Power 1
System Overview 2
Terminology 3
AC Voltage Generation 9
AC Connections 14
Three Types of Electrical Load 15
Chapter 2 Generation 19
Chapter Objectives 19
Real-Time Generation 19
Power Plants and Prime Movers 20
Chapter 3 Transmission Lines 43
Chapter Objectives 43
Transmission Lines 43
Conductors 45
Transmission Line Design Parameters (Optional Supplementary Reading) 50
Underground Transmission (Optional Supplementary Reading) 51
DC Transmission Systems (Optional Supplementary Reading) 52
Chapter 4 Substations 53
Chapter Objectives 53
Substation Equipment 53
Transformers 54
Regulators 63
Circuit Breakers 69
Reclosers 74
Disconnect Switches 75
Lightning Arresters 79
Electrical Bus 81
Capacitor Banks 83
Reactors 84
Static Var Compensators 86
Control Building 87
Preventive Maintenance 88
Chapter 5 Distribution 91
Chapter Objectives 91
Distribution Systems 91
Transformer Connections (Optional Supplementary Reading) 102
Fuses and Cutouts 110
Riser or Dip Pole 112
Underground Service 112
Chapter 6 Consumption 119
Chapter Objectives 119
Electrical Energy Consumption 119
Power System Efficiency 121
Power Factor 122
Supply and Demand 123
Demand Side Management 124
Metering 125
Performance-Based Rates 131
Service Entrance Equipment 132
Chapter 7 System Protection 147
Chapter Objectives 147
Two Types of Protection 147
System Protection Equipment and Concepts 148
Distribution Protection 152
Transmission Protection 155
Substation Protection 157
Generator Protection 158
Generator Synchronization 160
Overall Transmission Protection 162
Substation Automation 162
Chapter 8 Interconnected Power Systems 165
Chapter Objectives 165
Interconnected Power Systems 165
The North American Power Grids 166
Regulatory Environment 167
Interchange Scheduling 170
Interconnected System Operations 171
System Demand and Generator Loading 177
Reliable Grid Operations 180
Chapter 9 System Control Centers and Telecommunications 187
Chapter Objectives 187
Electric System Control Centers 187
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) 189
Energy Management Systems 191
Wide Area Monitoring Systems (WAMS) 194
Smart Grid 196
Utility Communications Systems 207
Chapter 10 Personal Protection (Safety) 209
Chapter Objectives 209
Electrical Safety 209
Personal Protection 210
ARC-Flash 218
Electrical Safety Around the Home 222
Appendix A The Derivation of Root Mean Squared 225
Appendix B Graphical Power Factor Analysis 227
Recommended Reading 229
Index231