Power System SCADA and Smart Grids : Fundamentals and Advanced Concepts

Omtale

Power System SCADA and Smart Grids: Fundamentals and Advanced Concepts bring together in one concise volume the fundamentals and possible application functions of power system supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA). The text begins by providing an overview of SCADA systems, evolution, and use in power systems, the data acquisition and communication fundamentals. Further, the smart grid fundamentals are elaborated with the use of cloud and edge computing, virtualization and Gen AI applications. Ample case studies are provided to demonstrate the feasibility of each concept. The book examines the following in detail:The building blocks and practical implementation of various SCADA systemsSmart grid fundamentals including technologies of cloud, edge and Virtualized Protection and Control (VPC)Offers a comprehensive discussion of the data communication, SCADA protocols and security. Covers smart Substation Automation (SA) which forms the basis for transmission, distribution and customer automationAddresses smart Distribution Automation and Advanced Distribution Management Systems (DA/ADMS) with Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and Electric Vehicle (EV) integration. Discusses smart Energy Management Systems (EMS) for transmission control centres. Artificial Intelligence, Gen AI and AI agents and the applications of these tools in power systems are elaborated. Real life examples from across the world are presented in each chapter to demonstrate the applications. Power System SCADA and Smart Grids: Fundamentals and Advanced Concepts is designed to assist electrical engineering students, researchers and practitioners alike in acquiring a solid understanding of SCADA systems, Smart Grids and applications in generation, transmission, distribution and customer premises. The book familiarizes readers with the new AI tools which are evolving day by day, to help them adapt to the changes effortlessly. The book reveals the inner secrets of SCADA systems, unveils the potential of smart grids and inspires more minds to get involved in the development process to make power systems more reliable and optimized.