EUROSTAg

Software for advanced simulation of power system dynamics

EUROSTAG is renowned software dedicated to the accurate simulation of the dynamics of all electric power systems. It covers the full range of transient, mid and long-term stability, from electromechanical oscillations up to daily load evolution. Key to greater power system security and knowledge, it allows power systems to be safely operated closer to their physical limits and is used worldwide for research, studies, design and on-line operational optimisation.

The tools to meet global power system needs

In order to optimise the profitability of investments and minimise operating costs through improved knowledge of markets, security margins and risks, our engineers pioneered the advanced algorithmic calculations behind the models needed for informed decision-making. Duly tested, improved and fully developed* as commercial software, EUROSTAG is still todays leading power system simulation solution.
* Eurostag is developed jointly by Tractebel Engineering and RTE.

Continuous display of both fast and slow phenomena - EUROSTAG enables scenario simulations of a few seconds to several hours, making it ideal for studying conditions over time in which fast and slow phenomena interlock. Reliable simulation - EUROSTAG replicates and integrates all power system components, as well as the actions of operators, to produce authentic dynamic simulation. Observation of any physical variation is possible at any moment, without initial declaration. Flexible but secure power system modelling - EUROSTAG offers a vast library of power system models (including dispersed generation facilities) and processes. These can be used directly or modified using an advanced modelling language that automatically generates the appropriate equations, removing all risk of human error. Open software - EUROSTAG reads data in international formats and can recover models and parameters used in older programmes. Results can also be exported to other specialised programmes (Mathworks Matlab, Microsoft Office). EUROSTAG can be used alone or integrated in the PSA Platform. Coupled with SYSCAN, it constitutes a practical step towards on-line Dynamic Security Assessment (DSA). Faster and easier studies EUROSTAG offers a user-friendly graphical interface for rapid modelling, data edition, simulation, results interpretation and analysis.

EUROSTAG - An original and powerful algorithm

Based on a unique algorithm using a continuous and automatically varying integration time stepsize from 1ms to 100 sec, EUROSTAG allows you to know everything about your power system dynamics with one fast, user-friendly programme.

Model Edition (user-defined controllers and protection schemes) Data Edition

Curves

Dynamic Simulation

Tables

Load Flow International Data Format Linear Analysis

EUROSTAG -Versatile simulation of your own power system dynamics

By allowing you to understand in depth all your critical system mechanisms, EUROSTAG will help you easily and efficiently solve conventional as well as highly complex power system problems such as voltage collapse and black out scenarios. It also provides an entry point for new opportunities such as on-line dynamic calculations in EMS, system modelling in an integrated environment for analysis, and use of other compatible simulation applications. In every way, EUROSTAG will dramatically increase your global power system expertise and problem solving speed.
A wide range of applications - EUROSTAG is recommended worldwide for

Modelling capability
Service restoration Defence actions Power system collapses Centralized controllers New generating devices Local controllers Loss of synchronism

Activity
Planning Design Operation Training Teaching

Type of systems
Transmission networks Distribution networks

Industrial systems

The support of experts

Tractebel Engineering Power System Consulting (PSC) serves as a centre of excellence for the GDF-SUEZ Group. Founded on deep knowledge of power systems and extensive R&D, EUROSTAG is developed and managed by our team of experts able to offer: support, upgrades, maintenance, modelling, training and consulting. All the EUROSTAG users automatically become members of the users club which publishes newsletters and organizes meeting in different places worldwide. For Electric utilities, TSOs, Generators, Distributors, Traders and Industrial customers requiring advanced study and decisionmaking ability in increasingly complex power systems, the effective Power System Dynamic Simulation of EUROSTAG is more than an advantage, it is a must!

Tractebel Engineering
7, avenue Ariane B-1200 Brussels - BELGIUM

More information is available on: www.eurostag.be

www.tractebel-engineering.com

Christian Merckx Tel. + 32 2 773 86 62 christian.merckx@tractebel.com