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Power System Design and Transmission

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What is the main advantage of interconnecting electrical supply systems?

Pooling of generation capacity (correct)

Reducing the transmission line voltage

Increasing the power generation capacity

Possessing excess generating capacity

What is the main reason for reinforcement need in a transmission system?

To reduce the power generation capacity

To meet the increase in load (correct)

To operate the system at an optimal level

To increase the transmission line voltage

Which of the following voltage levels has the lowest failure rate for underground cables?

5-11 kV

33 kV

66 kV (correct)

11-20 kV

What is the main advantage of using high voltage transmission lines?

Conveying electrical energy over long distances efficiently Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a high voltage transmission system?

To convey electrical energy from generating stations to the distribution system Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of surge impedance loading in a transmission system?

To convey electrical energy efficiently Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of switching and protection equipment in a power system?

To provide safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of transformers in a power system?

To change voltage and current levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical voltage range of distribution feeders?

3.3-33 kV Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a distribution system in an electric power system?

To deliver electrical energy from transmission substations to customers Signup and view all the answers

What determines the capacity of power lines?

The metal cross-section Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a transmission system in an electric power system?

To transport large amounts of power over long distances Signup and view all the answers

What happens to voltage drop and power losses in power lines as the load increases?

They increase Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical range of capacity for distribution feeders?

2-35 MW Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical voltage range of transmission lines in European countries?

300, 400, 500, and 750 kV Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a step-up transformer in a power transmission system?

To increase the voltage level for transmission Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor considered when determining the power generation capacity of a power station?

Capital cost, operation, and maintenance costs Signup and view all the answers

What are the main environmental issues associated with power generation?

Radioactive waste, ash disposal, and cooling water supply Signup and view all the answers