A parameter-based process for selecting high impedance fault detection techniques using decision making under incomplete knowledge

Using varying environmental parameters and nonadapting detection techniques, the authors propose a generic method for choosing the fault detection technique or techniques which are most appropriate for a given set of conditions. This result is achieved using a decision-making method under incomplete knowledge. The performance of each detection technique is derived under various conditions and environments with this method. The method is not yet complete because the performance outcome of all techniques is not fully defined. However, it provides a head start when attempting to optimize detection given consideration of a wide variety of techniques, parameters, and environmental parameters