Reliability improvement on underground distribution spot network system

Underground network systems reliability is higher than overhead distribution networks but improvements can be made by the implementation of enhanced topologies and new technologies including high-speed communication, submersible switchgear and protection schemes with digital relays. This paper prese...

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Published in2010 IEEE/PES Transmission and Distribution Conference and Exposition: Latin America (T&D-LA) pp. 867 - 874
Main Authors Ohara, A.O., Takiguchi, C.S., Iwamoto, B., Teixeira, C.C., Belvedere, E.C., Varolo, D., Martins, C., Brandao, R.O., Mello, B.
Format Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published IEEE 01.11.2010
Subjects
Circuit faults
Power cables
Reliability
spot network
Switches
Switchgear
Underground distribution system
Underwater vehicles
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Summary:Underground network systems reliability is higher than overhead distribution networks but improvements can be made by the implementation of enhanced topologies and new technologies including high-speed communication, submersible switchgear and protection schemes with digital relays. This paper presents the underground distribution system of AES Eletropaulo (largest electricity distribution company in Latin America) and the solutions that were implemented to improve reliability. Methods to reduce the time of circuit restoration will be shown, including practical results. At the end, the next steps will be presented.
DOI:10.1109/TDC-LA.2010.5762986