On a worldwide basis, the development of SmartGrids is a
consistent answer to the problem of an efficient and sustainable
delivery of electric energy through distribution grids. SmartGrids
are a combination of information and communication technologies and
new energy technologies. There are many different definitions of
the concept of SmartGrids and thus it appears indispensable to
gather the knowledge available from both industry and research
laboratories in one book. Distributed generation is rightly
receiving an increased amount of attention and will become an
integral part of urban energy systems, providing consumers and
energy providers with safe, affordable, clean, reliable, flexible
and readily-accessible energy services.The aim of this book is to
describe future electricity networks that will enable all energy
services to become sustainable. The traditional design of network
control systems with a centralized structure is not in-line with
the paradigm of the unbundled electricity system and decentralized
control; this is highlighted by looking at how future active
networks will efficiently link small- and medium-scale power
sources with consumer demands, allowing decisions to be made on how
best to operate in real time. It also looks at the level of control
required: power flow assessment, voltage control and protection
require cost-competitive technologies and new communication systems
with more sensors and actuators than presently used, certainly in
relation to the distribution systems. To manage active networks, a
vision of grid computing is created that assures universal access
to computing resources. An intelligent grid infrastructure gives
more flexibility concerning demand and supply, providing new
instruments for optimal and cost-effective grid operation at the
same time.
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