1.1 Introduction and Definitions1.2 Typical Protective Relays and Relay Systems1.3 Typical Power Circuit Breakers1.4 Nomenclature and Device Numbers1.5 Typical Relay and Circuit Breaker Connections1.6 Basic Objectives of System Protection1.6.1 Reliability1.6.2 Selectivity1.6.3 Speed1.6.4 Simplicity1.6.5 Economics1.6.6 General Summary1.7 Factors Affecting the Protection System1.7.1 Economics1.7.2 Personality Factor1.7.3 Location of Disconnecting and Input Devices1.7.4 Available Fault Indicators1.8 Classification of Relays1.8.1 Protective Relays1.8.2 Regulating Relays1.8.3 Reclosing, Synchronism Check, and Synchronizing Relays1.8.4 Monitoring Relays1.8.5 Auxiliary Relays1.8.6 Other Relay Classifications1.9 Protective Relay Performance1.9.1 Correct Operation1.9.2 Incorrect Operation1.9.3 No Conclusion1.9.4 Tracking Relay Performance1.10 Principles of Relay Application1.11 Information for Application1.11.1 System Configuration1.11.2 Impedance and Connection of the Power Equipment, System Frequency, System Voltage, and System Phase Sequence1.11.3 Existing Protection and Problems1.11.4 Operating Procedures and Practices1.11.5 Importance of the System Equipment Being Protected1.11.6 System Fault Study1.11.7 Maximum Loads and System Swing Limits1.11.8 Current and Voltage Transformer Locations, Connections, and Ratios1.11.9 Future Expansion1.12 Structural Changes within the Electric Power Industry1.13 Reliability and Protection Standards1.13.1 Regulatory AgenciesBibliography