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Power System Dynamics and Protections
Systemdynamik und Leittechnik in der elektrischen Energieversorgung
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:29:20
Abstract
Dynamic processes in power systems, load-frequency control, voltage control, stability, line protection.
Objective
Dynamic processes in power systems, load-frequency control, voltage control, stability, line protection.
Content
Dynamical properties of electric machines, networks, loads and integrated systems. Models of power plants, turbines, turbine control, load-frequency control, tie-line control. Models of synchronous machines. Equal area criterion. Small signal stability. Voltage control and static stability. Properties of protection systems: dependability, reliability, selectivity, back-up functions, economy. Line protections: Influence of fault impedance, grounding, time setting. Differential protections. Digital protections. Intelligent protections.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Lecture notes. WWW pages.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise |
Systemdynamik und Leittechnik in der elektrischen Energieversorgung
Lehrsprache: Deutsch oder Englisch
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4 h weekly |