Electrical Distribution Engineering, Third Edition / Edition 3

by Anthony J. Pansini

Overview

Newly revised and edited, this comprehensive volume provides up-to-date information on the latest developments which impact planning and design of electrical distribution systems. Addressing topics such as mechanical designs, materials improvements, total quality control, computer, and electronic circuitry, this book answers questions on everything from the basics of electrical and mechanical design to the selection of optimum materials and equipment. Beginning with initial planning consideration, this book gives a step-by-step guide through each stage of mechanical design of the principal facilities, including substation installation. Also included is data-backed assessment of the latest advance in materials, conductors, insulators, transformers, regulators, capacitators, switches, and substation equipment. Also covered is key non-technical and operation considerations such as safety, quality of service, load shedding, brownouts, demand controls and more. New material in the third edition includes data on polymer insulators, expansion of coverage of cogeneration, distributed generation and underground systems.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780849382499
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/10/2006
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	558
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

PART ONE THE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM 1 The Distribution System: Description 2 Distribution System Considerations PART TWO PLANNING AND DESIGN 3 Load Characteristics 4 Electrical Design 5 Mechanical Design: Overhead 6 Mechanical Design: Underground 7 Distribution Substations 8 Metering PART THREE MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT 9 Conductors 11 Transformers, Cutouts, and Surge Arresters 12 Regulators, Capacitors, Switches, and Reclosers 13 Distribution Substation Equipment PART FOUR U.S. ENERGY POLICY ACT OF 2005 14 U.S. Energy Policy Act of 2005 PART FIVE OTHER DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS 15 Nontechnical Considerations 16 Operating Considerations

Editorial Reviews

Beginning with initial planning consideration, this volume steps through each stage of mechanical design of the principal facilities, including substation installation, with a data-backed assessment of the latest advances in materials, including conductors, insulators, transformers, regulators, capacitors, switches, and substation equipment. The closing chapters examine key nontechnical and operational considerations, e.g. safety, quality of service, load shedding, brownouts, and demand controls. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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