IEEE Draft Recommended Practice for Electrical System Design Techniques to Improve Electrical Safety
Abstract
A key element of microgrid operation is the microgrid energy management system (MEMS). It includes the control functions that define the microgrid as a system that can manage itself, operate autonomously or grid connected, and seamlessly connect to and disconnect from the main distribution grid for the exchange of power and the supply of ancillary services. The scope of this standard is to address the functions above the component control level associated with the proper operation of the MEMS that are common to all microgrids, regardless of topology, configuration, or jurisdiction. Testing procedures are addressed.Scope
This Recommended Practice addresses system and equipment design techniques and equipment selection that will improve electrical safety. The techniques in this Practice are intended to supplement the minimum requirements of installation codes and equipment standards. It does not include communications, programming, or life safety systems such as fire alarm and security.
Purpose
This Recommended Practice provides a "tool kit" of techniques to enable the system designer to specify equipment features, apply protective schemes, and make informed system installation design choices.
Topic
Components, Circuits, Devices and Systems, Fields, Waves and Electromagnetics, Power, Energy and Industry Applications