Time in Communication Networks, Protection and Control Applications – Time Sources and Distribution Methods

Summary

Time is growing to be an integral part of smart grid development. This brochure provides a reference document for time sources and time distribution in Protection, Automation and Control Systems(PACS) including recommendations and best practices. The brochure discusses the time sources and its distribution systems for PACS, and many fast-growing standards and technologies including IEC 61850, Precision Time Protocol, traveling wave-based applications, wide area measurement systems, etc. Many user cases, considerations, and recommendations for building robust timing systems are summarized in the report.

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Authors

YUAN, YANG

Keywords

protection, automation, information systems, telecommunication