Title :
Application and testing of a fiber optic communication system at Grand Coulee
Author :
Osburn, Gary D. ; Arnold, Robert G.
Author_Institution :
US Bur. of Reclamation, Denver, CO, USA
fDate :
3/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The rationale for applying fiber-optic technology in this application is discussed with emphasis on the related design considerations important in control and protection of this large hydroelectric facility. Brief summaries of hardware used and installation considerations are given. A discussion of factory and unique field testing, including electromagnetic-interference (EMI)-induced transient influence and timing tests, is included. Operating experience and projected future use are summarized
Keywords :
electromagnetic interference; hydroelectric power stations; optical fibres; optical links; power station control; protection; testing; EMI; Grand Coulee; control; design considerations; electromagnetic-interference; factory testing; fiber optic communication system; field testing; hardware; hydroelectric facility; induced transient influence; installation considerations; protection; timing tests; Communication switching; Communication system control; Optical fiber communication; Optical fiber testing; Optical fibers; Power system protection; Power system reliability; Switches; Switching circuits; System testing;
Journal_Title :
Energy Conversion, IEEE Transactions on
