MICROCOMPUTER BASED FEEDER PROTECTION AND MONITORING SYSTEM - UTILITY EXPERIENCE.
Conference Paper
Overview
Overview
abstract
This paper describes the experience of Houston Lighting & Power Company with the field operation of the Feeder Protection and Monitoring System developed by Texas A&M University. The system is described from a functional perspective. The paper describes the design objectives of the project. The field testing of the device and its subsequent use as a monitoring and diagnostic tool are reviewed. The potential value of the system to utilities and the need for modifications and further research are included. The perspective of HL&P on integrated substation control and protection is given.