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  • Testing & Commissioning Protective Schemes

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    Generally protective equipment testing may be divided into three stages: Factory and commissioning tests confirm the performance of equipment during its development and fabrication, and its operational environment. Periodical maintenance ensures that this performance is maintained. For example, the relay manufacturer must provide sufficient testing of protective gear before it is accepted and commissioned. The…

  • Common Busbar Protection Schemes

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    John Mulindi
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    Function of Busbars in a Power system & why they must be protected Busbars form a critical component for a reliable power supply. Thus protection of busbars requires special consideration bearing in mind that the loss of a busbar following a busbar fault can result in subsequent loss of lines and transformers connected to the…