A Novel Approach for Detecting and Analyzing the Shunt Fault in Electrical Power Distribution System (EPDS)

Abstract

An EPDS is usually an unbalanced framework. It endures power interruption and load variance due to numerous types of faults that cause poor grid stability and PQ in the recent EPDS. For credible electricity supply, efficient and synchronous fault detection and isolation from standard parts are essential. This article suggests a SEPDS approach based on the recognition, categorization, and analysis algorithm (RCAA). That includes µPMU, quick & smart detecting and switching device (SDSD), PDC, and a ZigBee technique, among others, are used to detect, categorization & separate electrical shunt faults. The recommended novel strategy aims to bridge the emphasized gap while investigating the analytical and performance limitations of electrical shunt fault identification, categorization, and analysis. The proposed approach is efficient, reliable, and intelligent in overseeing, regulating, and controlling various problems and challenges while assuring electrical reliability, durability, and consistent flow. The Phasor data concentrator is vital in compiling the recognition and categorization description for detection and organization. Elegant detecting & switching elements deployed in poles apart spots segregated the faulty line from the healthy network and aids in reducing electricity usage. As a result, the SEPDS outperforms the recent OEPDS. Figures and tables indicate the efficacy of the suggested novel approach and model.

Keywords:

• shunt fault detection and categorization
• shunt fault analysis
• µPMU
• smart detecting & switching device (SDSD)
• smart Electrical power distribution system (SEPDS)
• recognition Categorization and analysis algorithm (RCAA)
• symmetrical & unsymmetrical fault

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Sharad Chandra Rajpoot

Sharad Chandra Rajpoot received his Master of Technology degree in Power System from C.V.R.U. Kota in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India in 2014, and his Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering from Government Engineering College in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India in 2012. He is an Assistant Professor (HOD) in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Government Engineering College in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, India. He is currently a Ph. D. Scholar in Electrical Engineering at GEC Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh, India. He has over 40 research articles published in international journals and conferences. He is also an inventor with two patents. In 2020, he received the Young Scientist Award and the National Eminent Engineer Award. He has reviewed over 20 research articles from prestigious journals. His research interests include smart grid, micro-grid, micro phasor measurement unit, wireless communication N/W, and Internet of Things.

Sanjay Kumar Singhai

Sanjay Kumar Singhai has received his Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians from Guru Ghasidas Central University, Bilaspur. He was working as Professor (HOD) in Electrical Engineering department, Government Engineering College, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India. At present he is working as Additional Director in Tech. Education of Chhattisgarh, India. He has published more than 43 number of research articles in International Journal and conferences. Under the able guidance, 4 Ph.D. Schlar have successfully awarded with 4 Ph.D. degrees. His interest of research areas are smart grid, micro-grid, micro phasor measurement unit, wireless communication N/W, Internet of Things.