23Energy Economics and Environment
P. Sanjeevikumar1, Morteza Azimi Nasab1*, Mohammad Zand1, Farnaz Hassani1 and Fatemeh Nikokar2
1 Department of Electrical Engineering, IT and Cybernetic, University of South-Eastern Norway, Porsgrunn, Norway
2 Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Shahrood Branch, Islamic Azad University, Shahrood, Iran
Abstract
Considering environmental issues and better utilization of facilities and having a superior level of service, a smart grid is one of the future requirements of the power system. The smart distribution network, which is the gateway between subscribers and the network, is one of the significant components of the smart grid that plays a vital role. Smart grids are able to confront unexpected events and they can disconnect the problematic part from the network; therefore the rest of the network can return to normal operation. Due to the fact that the smart grid is high priced, it must be implemented with great intelligence from the technical and economic and environmental perspective, to meet the requirements of subscribers, both. This chapter examines intelligent electrical systems and their function. The downside of the existing power grid system in comparison with smart power systems is presented and the main characteristics of smart grids are explained based on their capabilities. Uses of these networks are discussed regarding advanced measuring infrastructure system, meeting the demand, distributed generation and storage ...
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