Power System Analysis and Design [Hardcover]

Introduce the basic concepts behind today's power systems and present the tools students need to apply their newly acquired skills to real-world situations with Glover/Sarma/Overbye/Birchfield's POWER SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN, 7th Edition. The latest updates throughout this new edition reflect the most recent trends in the field as the authors highlight key physical concepts with appropriate explanations of important mathematical techniques. New co-author Adam Birchfield joins this prominent author team with fresh insights into latest technological advancements. The authors develop theory and modeling from simple beginnings, teaching students how to apply principles to new and complex situations. New learning objectives and helpful case study summaries engage and direct learning. The online PowerWorld? Simulation works seamlessly with this edition to provide experience in working with design issues. Built by educators, WebAssign provides flexibility and empowers you to deliver the right content at the right time for your students.1. INTRODUCTION. Case Study: Transformation of the Grid: The Impact of Distributed Energy Resources on Bulk Power Systems. History of Electric Power Systems. Present and Future Trends. Electric Utility Industry Structure. Computers in Power System Engineering. PowerWorld Simulator. 2. FUNDAMENTALS. Case Study: Investing in the Future: How Small Utilities are Finding Success with Advanced Distribution Management Systems. Phasors. Instantaneous Power in Single-Phase AC Circuits. Complex Power. Network Equations. Balanced Three-Phase Circuits. Power in Balanced Three-Phase Circuits. Advantages of Balanced Three-Phase vs. Single-Phase Systems. Energy Conversion. 3. POWER TRANSFORMERS. Case Study: Transformer Innovation in a Changing Energy Landscape The Ideal Transformer. Equivalent Circuits for Practical Transformers. The Per-Unit System. Three-Phase Transformer Connections and Phase Shift. Per-Unit Equivalent Circuits of Balanced Three-Phasló@