Method of tracking power outages

Details Method of tracking power outages Method of tracking power outages

2006-03-06

2009-06-23

Masinick, Michael D (Department: 2128)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Specific application, apparatus or process

Electrical power generation or distribution system

C700S286000, C700S292000, C702S058000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07551984

ABSTRACT:
A method for analyzing historical outages at the customer level for the purposes of determining root-cause and possible corrective actions is described herein. The present invention enables a utility to identify problem areas and prevent future outages from occurring.

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