Texas A&M University produces and distributes power in parallel with the utility. A study of the electrical system identified several contingencies ranging from the loss of one distribution transformer to a complete campus outage mitigating strategies. Solutions include an automated load shed system controlling the distribution system and an automated zero voltage start algorithm. The results of this study will provide a more reliable electrical system in the event of potential electrical system disturbances. The presentation details study results.
Bradley Shuffield, Burns & McDonnell