Welcome to the Power System Automation Laboratory, Texas A&M University
The Power System Automation Laboratory conducts research in all aspects of automation, control and protection of electric power systems. The laboratory specializes in real-time, high-fidelity data capture and analysis on operating systems to detect faults and abnormal operating conditions. Current research includes data analysis to detect incipient failure conditions for line and apparatus, enabling true conditioned based maintenance before catastrophic failure. The laboratory is known internationally for its work in high-impedance fault detection which resulted in commercial relay systems that are widely used today in the electric utility industry. The Power Systems Automation Laboratory is committed to developing advanced protection, monitoring, and control systems for electric distribution networks. Our researchers implement these advancements through the intelligent application of computer-based devices to power systems.
Research Goals
The availability of economical microcomputing equipment offers the opportunity for developing sophisticated solutions to the needs of utilities and their customers. The Power System Automation Laboratory performs research on the application of such intelligent equipment on the distribution network. Investigations are directed toward enhancing the capabilities of conventional equipment as well as developing systems which perform new functions. Research concepts are tested through the field demonstration of prototype systems on utility circuits. Areas of research cover a broad range of distribution protection, monitoring, and control functions.
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About the Laboratory
The Power Systems Automation Laboratory is a part of the Electric Power Institute in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Texas A&M University. Sponsored by member electric utility companies in Texas, the Institute provides a focus for undergraduate education and graduate research in electric power engineering. The laboratory is also affiliated with the Texas Engineering Experiment Station (TEES), an agency of the State of Texas performing research in engineering and related areas.
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