Network Centric Approach to Protection, Control and Monitoring for Power Systems

Due to the explosion in use of the Internet, it is expected that a variety of services will be provided through the communication network in the near future. Protection and control systems using the latest communication and information technology also allow for innovative solution to a wide range of power system problems. This paper describes a network centric approach to protection, control and monitoring systems. When the proposed “Network” devices, server and browser can communicate with each other, they can share information which can enhance the overall protection and control of the power systems. The paper includes: overview of network devices, key technologies, protection and control applications, issues, conclusion.