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Code: 9D49105

M.Tech - I Semester Regular & Supplementary Examinations, April/May 2013

REACTIVE POWER COMPENSATION & MANAGEMENT
(Common to EPE, EPS and PS)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 60
Answer any FIVE questions
All questions carry equal marks
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1 (a) Explain the objectives of load compensation.
(b) What are the characteristics of ideal load compensator? List out specifications of load compensator.

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2 Explain how series compensation is obtained by means of mid-point series capacitor and shunt
reactors in transmission lines.

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compensation.

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Explain thyristor controlled reactor with fixed capacitor (TCR FC) in transient state reactive power

What are four characteristic time periods present in a voltage wave in a transmission line after a
disturbance?

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4 Give a detailed algorithm for optimum dispatch of reactive power with relevant expressions.

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5 (a) Draw and explain the various load patterns in demand side.
(b) List and explain the different types of power tariffs being implemented in India.

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What are the various losses that occur in distribution system and explain any two types of loss
reduction methods?

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(b) What is meant by retrofitting of capacitor banks? How does it help the economy of reactive power
planning of a distribution system?

7 (a) List out and explain the factors involved in the selection of capacitor.
(b) Draw the layout of a typical do traction system and explain its operation.

8 Write short notes on:

(a) KVAR based tariffs penalties for voltage flickers and harmonic voltage levels in demand side
management.
(b) Concept of reactive power biasing (inductive and capacitive biasing) in load compensation.

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