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    PRESTIGE INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT &

    RESEARCH, BHOPAL

    ELECTRICAL POWER
    TRANSMISSION
    SUBMITTED BY :- SAFFI IMAM
    SUBMITTED TO :-SAKSHEE CHAOUHAN
    ENROLLMENT NO:- 0198EX211040
    ASISTANT PROFESSOR OF ELECTRICAL &
    SEMESTER :- 7TH SEM
    ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
    BRANCH :- ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS
    ENGINEERING
    SUBJECT :- HVDC & FACTS
    Electrical Power
    Transmission
    Electrical power transmission is the process of transporting
    electrical energy from generating stations to distribution
    centers and consumers. It relies on a complex network of
    power lines, transformers, and other equipment.
    Overview of Electric Power
    Systems
    1 Generation 2 Transmission
    Power plants generate High-voltage transmission
    electricity from various lines carry electricity over
    sources, such as coal, long distances to
    natural gas, nuclear, and distribution centers.
    renewable energy.

    3 Distribution 4 Consumption
    Local distribution networks End users, such as homes,
    deliver electricity to businesses, and industries,
    consumers through smaller utilize the electricity for
    power lines and various purposes.
    transformers.
    Generation and
    Transmission
    1 Generation
    Power plants convert energy sources into electricity using
    generators, driven by turbines or other mechanisms.

    2 Step-Up Transformation
    Transformers increase the voltage of electricity to reduce
    energy losses during transmission.

    3 Transmission
    High-voltage lines carry electricity over long distances,
    minimizing energy losses due to resistance.
    Transmission Line Fundamentals
    Conductors Insulators Structures

    Typically made of aluminum or Insulators prevent the flow of Towers or poles support the
    copper, conductors carry the current to the supporting conductors, ensuring stability
    electric current. structures, ensuring safety and and maintaining appropriate
    preventing short circuits. line height.
    Transmission Line
    Structures and Conductors
    Lattice Towers Pole Structures
    Commonly used for high- Simpler and less expensive
    voltage transmission, these than towers, pole structures
    towers feature a lattice are typically used for lower-
    framework for strength and voltage transmission lines.
    stability.

    Conductors
    Transmission lines can utilize various types of conductors,
    including ACSR (Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced) and
    bundled conductors.
    Transformers in Power
    Transmission
    Step-Up Transformers
    Increase the voltage of electricity at generating stations,
    reducing transmission losses.

    Step-Down Transformers
    Decrease the voltage at distribution centers, bringing it
    to a safe and usable level for consumers.

    Voltage Regulation
    Transformers play a crucial role in maintaining
    consistent voltage levels across the power grid.
    High-Voltage Direct
    Current (HVDC)
    Transmission
    AC Transmission HVDC Transmission

    Alternating current (AC) Direct current (DC)

    Lower efficiency over long Higher efficiency over


    distances long distances

    Susceptible to voltage Less susceptible to


    fluctuations voltage fluctuations
    Renewable Energy Integration and
    Power Transmission

    Wind Power
    Wind turbines generate electricity from wind energy, often located in remote areas.

    Solar Power
    Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, requiring robust transmission systems for
    distribution.

    Hydropower
    Hydroelectric dams harness water power to generate electricity, often requiring long
    transmission lines.
    Challenges in Electrical
    Power Transmission
    1 Reliability 2 Security
    Ensuring uninterrupted Protecting power grids
    power supply is crucial, as from cyberattacks and
    power outages can have physical threats is
    significant economic and essential for maintaining
    social impacts. grid stability and
    reliability.

    3 Environmental Impact
    Transmission lines can have environmental impacts, such as
    electromagnetic interference and habitat fragmentation.
    Future Trends and Innovations
    in Power Transmission

    1 Smart Grids 2 Superconducting Cables


    Smart grids utilize advanced Superconducting cables offer
    technologies for better zero resistance to electrical
    monitoring, control, and current, enabling highly
    communication, enhancing efficient transmission with
    grid efficiency and reliability. minimal energy losses.

    3 Wireless Power Transmission


    Emerging technologies for wireless power transmission hold
    potential for future energy distribution, reducing the need for
    traditional power lines.

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