The anatomy of a power grid blackout - Root causes and dynamics of recent major blackouts

2006425 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Pouyan Pourbeik · University of Adelaide

C.W. Taylor · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Abstract

This paper examines some of the more recent major blackouts and discusses some of the root causes and dynamics of these events. The paper aims to identify high-level conclusions and recommendations for improving system dynamic performance and reducing the risk of such catastrophic events

Topics & Keywords

Power System Optimization and Stability Smart Grid Security and Resilience Power Systems Fault Detection

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Affordable and clean energy

Publication Details

Published in: IEEE Power and Energy Magazine

Volume 4, Issue 5, pp. 22-29

DOI: 10.1109/mpae.2006.1687814

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