Assignment 1

Introduction
1. Discuss advantages of FACTS.
2. Explain working of STATCOM with schematic diagram.
3. Compare HVDC and EHVAC transmission system.
4. Explain UPFC with neat schematic diagram.
5. Explain conventional methods of real power control in the transmission
line.
6. Classify FACTS devices and explain any of them in detail.
7. Compare EHVAC and HVDC transmission system. What are the standard rated voltages for HVDC and EHVAC systems?
8. What are the advantages offered by FACTS devices? What are the
emerging trends in transmission networks?
9. What is AGC? How primary and secondary control in AGC works?
Also explain transformer tap changer control.
10. List out the conventional real and reactive power flow control methods in transmission systems. Explain automatic generation control in
detail.
11. Explain the classification of FACTS controllers based on their connection in the power systems. Explain how steady state stability limit can
be improved by using it.
12. Describe real power control method employed at generating station.
13. Explain role of UPFC in advanced power system with diagram.