Tags:phasor measurement unit, synchrophasors and time-synchronized measurements
Abstract:
Integrating large amounts of distributed renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, significantly impacts the operation of the electric power system. Accurate monitoring is required to avoid frequency or voltage instability due to contingencies. To meet this need and ensure reliable operation, the Romanian company Transelectrica installed a modern synchrophasor system. This paper describes the time-synchronized measurement architecture and data applications of the system. It shares several event examples where access to time-synchronized measurements provided significant value to operators and engineers. It also discusses the plans and next steps for time-synchronized measurements in the Romanian power system.
A Decade of Time-Synchronized Measurements in Romania – Technology, Applications, and Benefits