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ISSN : 2395-2717 (Online)

Protection of Distribution Feeder using Directional Overcurrent Elements

Author : Sharayu S. Gaigole 1 D. A. Shahakar 2

Date of Publication :23rd March 2018

Abstract: Distribution system holds a very significant position in the power system since it is the main point of the link between bulk power and consumers. It usually has radial configuration and has an unbalanced operation. Equipment in distribution protection consists of fuses, recloses, and sectionalizes. The main priorities are to prevent further damage to utility equipment, as little of the system is taken down as possible, reliability and power quality. The problems associated with protection devices operation and coordination require special review since they may affect the system security and dependability. In order to avoid misoperations in the system, directional elements are needed to be added. Non-directional relays may not provide sensitivity and security for faults on remote points of the circuit. Directional supervision is necessary to set overcurrent pickups with adequate sensitivity for remote faults. Here, an effort is proposed to protect distribution feeder using directional overcurrent elements [1,2]. In the said research work, the standard IEEE bus will be used to verify the effectiveness and performance of the model. The simulations will be carried out on standard IEEE bus test system under the MATLAB environment. IEEE-13 node feeder will be used and directional overcurrent relay is to have meshed with the standard system and protection will be implemented.

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