ABSTRACT
Busbars form an integral part of the power system. They act as nodes to which generators, loads, transmission lines, etc., are connected. Therefore, busbar arrangement and its protection are prime concerns for the power system engineer. Chapter 7 aims to highlight the various arrangements in which the busbar can be connected, for example, single busbar arrangement, ring main arrangement, etc. The chapter discusses the advantages and disadvantages of these arrangements based on prudent decisions to be made by the system designer. The various faults associated with the busbar are also highlighted. The protection of busbars depends on the type of fault and busbar arrangement, and the topic forms an integral part of the chapter. Solved examples make the concept of busbar protection more comprehensible for readers.
