Application of PMUs for locating faults in transmission line based on impedance and travelling wave technics using PSCAD/EMTDC

Key Points

• Fault localization achieved through advanced impedance techniques and travelling wave analysis in transmission lines.
• Key performance metrics indicate enhanced detection of transmission line faults through precise impedance measurements.
• Assessment using PMU technology integrates both impedance and travelling wave methods for improved fault detection.
• This approach may enable quicker responses to transmission faults, improving overall electrical system reliability.