Distribution System Modeling and Analysis (Electric Power Engineering Series) - Hardcover

Kersting, William H.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 084935806X ISBN 13: 9780849358067

Publisher: CRC Press, 2006

Synopsis

First introduced in 2001, Kersting’s Distribution System Modeling and Analysis is the only textbook on computational modeling for electric power distribution systems. Computer models are only as good as their input, and this intuitive work clearly explains the principles and mathematics behind these models and provides approximation methods that help students recognize when a result is not what it should be. Using the same authoritative yet accessible approach, this second edition was updated to reflect the changes and advances in the field since the first edition appeared.

Nearly every chapter of this book has been updated according to new trends and areas of interest, new technologies, and the increasing spread of distributed generation. Most notably, this edition features a new chapter on the center-tapped transformer for providing three-wire service to single-phase customers. New discussions consider the effects of mutual coupling between overhead and underground lines running parallel for long distances, expand on the discussion of induction machines to consider the rotor circuit, and examine the effects of distributed generation technologies such as windmills on feeders.

Illustrated with numerous figures, examples, and exercises, Distribution System Modeling and Analysis, Second Edition remains the definitive textbook for teaching students to understand and model all aspects of modern distribution systems.

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Review

"Prof. William Kersting has developed an excellent reference for distribution system modeling and analysis. For university faculty, the book is an excellent textbook for a class. Students feel that the book is easy to read and understand. For a power systems engineer without a distribution system background, Prof. Kersting's book provides an excellent resource to explain the differences between distribution and transmission system analysis and provide detailed discussions about the various models and analysis techniques." - IEEE Power & Energy, Vol. 2, No. 6, Nov/Dec 2004

Synopsis

The second edition of this bestseller updates nearly every chapter to reflect new trends and areas of interest in the power industry, new technologies, and the rise of distributed generation and its impact on distribution systems. Most notably, a new chapter discusses the center-tapped transformer and its role in providing three-wire service to single-phase customers. The author builds familiarity with the structure and components of distribution systems before developing analytical models based on generalized matrices.

Edition details

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 084935806X
• ISBN 13: 9780849358067
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 440