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Electric Power Transmission and Distribution

Electric Power Transmission and Distribution

Author(s):
  • S. Sivanagaraju
  • S. Satyanarayana
  • Author: S. Sivanagaraju
    • ISBN:9788131707913
    • 10 Digit ISBN:8131707911
    • Price:Rs. 1030.00
    • Pages:632
    • Imprint:Pearson Education
    • Binding:Paperback
    • Status:Available


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    Electric Power Transmission and Distribution is a comprehensive text, designed for undergraduate courses in power systems and transmission and distribution. A part of the electrical engineering curriculum, this book is designed to meet the requirements of students taking elementary courses in electric power transmission and distribution. Written in a simple, easy-to-understand manner, this book introduces the reader to electrical, mechanical and economic aspects of the design and construction of electric power transmission and distribution systems.


    Table of Content

    1. Introduction
    2. Transmission Line Parameters
    3. Performance of Short and Medium Transmission Lines
    4. Performance of Long Transmission Lines
    5. Power System Transients
    6. Corona
    7. Mechanical Design of Transmission Line
    8. Overhead Line Insulators
    9. Underground Cables
    10. Power Factor Improvement
    11. Voltage Control
    12. Economical Design of Power System
    13. Substations
    14. Distribution Systems
    15. EHV and HVDC Transmission Systems
    16. Flexible AC Transmission Systems

    Salient Features


    • A comprehensive chapter on voltage control

    • In-depth coverage on transmission-line parameters, performance of short, medium and long transmission lines

    • Exclusive chapters on substations and economical design of power- and distribution systems

    • Precise explanations, supported by examples

    • Photographs that enable students to visualize the components of transmission systems

    • Solved problems using MATLAB

    • 'Chapter at a Glance' at the end of every chapter to strengthen the learning process