ABSTRACT
Electric power distribution is important in the delivery of energy to consumers from an electrical power system. The idea of distribution automation was motivated by the evolution of communication and information technology. Automated distribution uses these technologies to improve the operating performance of distributed systems, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and quality of service, as well as better management and control of the power distribution system. The principal objective can be summarized as energy conservation through reduction of losses, peak load, and energy consumption. IEEE defines a distribution automation system as one that enables an electric utility to remotely monitor, coordinate, and operate distribution components in a real-time mode from remote locations.
