Research Article
Probabilistic Design of Distribution & Reticulation Systems juxtaposed with Traditional Design Software
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.4108/eai.20-6-2017.2271003, author={Edward Chikuni and S Arendse and O Okoro and C Awah}, title={Probabilistic Design of Distribution \& Reticulation Systems juxtaposed with Traditional Design Software}, proceedings={EAI International Conference for Research, Innovation and Development for Africa}, publisher={EAI}, proceedings_a={ACRID}, year={2018}, month={4}, keywords={low voltage; medium voltage design; herman-beta method; distribution system and residential development design system reliability}, doi={10.4108/eai.20-6-2017.2271003} }- Edward Chikuni
S Arendse
O Okoro
C Awah
Year: 2018
Probabilistic Design of Distribution & Reticulation Systems juxtaposed with Traditional Design Software
ACRID
EAI
DOI: 10.4108/eai.20-6-2017.2271003
Abstract
A residential development design using the Herman Beta method based on a widely used software package ReticMaster for low voltage and DIgSILENT for medium voltage (which is also used for more complex analysis and higher voltage design). The design was done to meet the requirement according to National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) standards. Cost comparisons were carried to determine materials best suited for the design. The Herman-Beta method is a departure from other probabilistic methods, in particular those based on Gaussian assumption. It applies to the South African distribution systems which have less customers per distribution point, typically less than 30 [2].
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