Optimizing 400kV Bus Bar Performance for Enhanced Reliability and Voltage Dip Reduction

International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

© 2024 by SSRG - IJEEE Journal

Volume 11 Issue 5

Year of Publication : 2024

Authors : Ahmed A. Mohsen, Firas Mohammed Tuaimah, Yasser F. Gazi

10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V11I5P124

How to Cite?

Ahmed A. Mohsen, Firas Mohammed Tuaimah, Yasser F. Gazi, "Optimizing 400kV Bus Bar Performance for Enhanced Reliability and Voltage Dip Reduction," SSRG International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, vol. 11,  no. 5, pp. 268-276, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V11I5P124

Abstract:

The electrical grid in Iraq is dealing with increased demand due to expansion and climate change effects, notably at the 400 KV voltage level. This has led to lower bus bar voltages and reliability issues. To understand these challenges, a research study was conducted using the PSSE and ETAP software to analyze network reliability, including fault frequencies and failure rates across various timeframes. In the SMWCC/24401 area of the southern city, solar panels were used to link the bus rails. The research aimed at enhancing the bus bars’ dependability, calculating the System Average Interruption Frequency Index (SAIFI) and System Average Interruption Duration Index (SAIDI) for three voltage scenarios, and assessing the Expected Energy Not Supplied (EENS) for each scenario based on voltage and power line connection changes Index Terms Photovoltaic (PV) power systems, Reliability of composite systems, Reliability modeling of PV systems.

Keywords:

Electrical grid, Reliability of power system, Photovoltaic cells, SAIFI and SAIDI, Electrical grid in Iraq.

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