Intelligent fault detector system and method

Details Intelligent fault detector system and method Intelligent fault detector system and method

2007-03-06

2009-02-24

Rodriguez, Paul L (Department: 2123)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Specific application, apparatus or process

Electrical power generation or distribution system

C340S870020, C340S870030, C700S286000, C700S295000, C702S062000

Reexamination Certificate

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07496430

ABSTRACT:
A quick response system incorporated in a TWACS for mapping an outage in an electrical distribution system without having to continuously poll the electrical meters connected to the system. In a primary embodiment of the invention when a fault is sensed to have occurred, the amplitude of the fault is measured to determine if the fault is a medium voltage fault, or a low voltage fault. The pattern of the fault signature and change in load, both before and after the fault, are examined to determine what protective device was triggered by the fault. Using this information, and knowledge of the number and location of electrical meters connected in the distribution system, a population of meters to be polled is determined. By polling the identified population, a map of the extent of the outage is readily determined, and the time to respond to the fault and restore service is reduced.

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