Reliability Evaluation of Power Systems

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Generating capacity--basic probability methods. 3. Generating capacity--frequency and duration method. 4. Interconnected systems. 5. Operating reserve. 6. Composite generation and transmission systems. 7. Distribution systems--basic techniques and radial networks. 8. Distribution systems--parallel and meshed networks. 9. Distribution systems--extended techniques. 10. Substations and switching stations. 11. Plant and station availability. 12. Applications of Monte Carlo simulation. 13. Evaluation of reliability worth. 14. Epilogue. Appendices: 1. Definitions. 2. Analysis of the IEEE reliability test system. 3. Third-order equations for overlapping events. Solutions to problems. Index.

"Power systems must supply customers with a reasonable assurance of continuity and quality. This volume evaluates the different concepts, models and techniques used to measure the reliability of power systems, in both the planning and operation phases.

The subject is treated in practical engineering terms without unnecessary recourse to advances mathematics. Frequent numerical examples illustrates the applications of the techniques presented in the text. All areas of power systems are provided comprehensive coverage.
   
This book is a sequel to Reliability Evaluation of Engineering systems, second edition, by the same authors. It will be of particular interest and value to engineers and managers associated with the planning, design, and operation of power systems."