This book, now in its second edition, presents a comprehensive exposition of the basic principles involved in the analysis and computation of power system transients using a statistical approach. The book deals with probability distribution of switching overvoltages in overhead lines, underground cables, and machine windings. The accuracy of statistical methods for power system transients, including the suitability of Gaussian distribution for these methods, is discussed. In the case of overhead lines, a simplified statistical method for estimating the phase-to-phase risk of insulation failure is explained. The new edition covers the latest research developments in this field. Analysis and modelling of noise as well as prediction of voltage sags in power lines, statistical evaluation of lightning overvoltages, application of ANN algorithm, and use of correlation algorithm for identification of inrush and fault currents in transformers are the major topics presented. Waveshape-based analysis of switching overvoltages and design procedure for insulation coordination are also dealt with in detail.
Designed primarily as a text for courses on power systems offered as part of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in electrical engineering, the book is also highly useful for practising engineers, researchers and academics.About the AuthorC. S. INDULKAR, Ph.D., has been Professor of Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi as well as Visiting Professor, University of Technology, Papua New Guinea. Prof. Indulkar has more than four decades of experience of teaching electrical engineering at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He has written a number of books on electrical engineering, and has published and presented a large number of research papers in national and international journals and conferences. He has been on the Editorial Board of International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems, and a reviewer of a number of international and national journals.|D. P. KOTHARI, Ph.D., is Director General, J B Group of Institutions, Yenkapally, Moinabad, Hyderabad-500075. Earlier, he was Professor at the Centre for Energy Studies, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. He also served as Director-in-Charge, IIT Delhi (2005), Deputy Director (Administration), IIT Delhi (2003-06), Principal, National Institute of Technology Nagpur (1997–1998) and Head, Centre for Energy Studies, IIT Delhi (1997–1998). Dr. Kothari’s fields of specialization include optimal hydro-thermal scheduling, unit commitment, maintenance scheduling, energy conservation, and power quality and energy systems planning and modelling. A recipient of several national awards, Dr. Kothari who contributed extensively to the specialized areas, guided 28 Ph.D.s and 60 M.Tech.s, authored 20 books on Power Systems and published 625 research papers in various national and international journals.|K. RAMALINGAM, Ph.D., is Managing Director, Super Airport Infrastructure (India), and Independent Director on the Board of CIAL Aviation Academy, Cochin International Airport. Earlier, he was Executive Director (IT) and Regional Executive Director (Southern Region), Airports Authority of India. Dr. Ramalingam has nearly four decades of professional experience. He has written a number of books, and has published and presented a large number of research papers in national and international journals and conferences. He holds fellowships and memberships of various professional bodies.
