#11 2013

CONTENTS №11

Discussing a Topic…

Automation in power industry

Introduction

Balashov S.V.  Supervisory and process control systems in Russian power industry: state-of-the-art and progress trends

The problems of supervisory and process control system design are discussed with reference to the present-day technology trends, approaches to power engineering system development and electricity market requirements. Further evolution of control systems in power industry is predicted.

Keywords: supervisory and process control, emergency automation, relay protection, teleautomatics, data acquisition and communication system, smart power grid with active/adaptive network, multi-agent control system.

Tsvetkov Yu.D.  Evolution of supervisory control systems for electrical substations

Automation tools available at electrical substations are described. The approach of Lenenergo JSC ensuring stage-by-stage modernization of legacy hard-/software systems and introducing present-day automation and communication tools.

Keywords: power companies, automation, telemechanic systems, process data acquisition and communication system, supervisory control systems, control station.

Ledin S.S.  Improving supervisory control efficiency with the help of implicit telemonitoring data

The paper discusses informational interrelation of supervisory-informing complexes in power grid control centers with automated electricity metering systems as well as the ways to improve the efficiency of supervisory complexes by means of implicit telemonitoring data.

Keywords: teleautomatics, automated electricity metering systems, supervisory-informing complex, grid control center, supervisory control, grid complex.

Ukhov V.I., Kovtsova I.O.  Organization of energy resource monitoring on the basis of XML protocol

The architecture of an integrated energy monitoring system is discussed. Merits and drawbacks of various data interchange formats are described. Basic types of the information transmitted in the system are pointed out. Key principles of XML messages formation are shown as well as various aspects of subject area influence on the XML protocol structure.

Keywords: energy monitoring system, data communication protocol, XML protocol, XML format, transmitted information.

Zhestkov D.A.  Auto-Operator applied software for automatic load curve control

The problem of hydropower plant’s load curve control per active power is discussed. Auto-operator software was developed for building automatic solution to the problem. The software was implemented at the Votkinsk hydropower while implementing the project of the joint control of active power (JCAP).

Keywords: automation, smart grid, joint supply point, scheduled load demand, joint control of active power (JCAP), autooperator.

Lee V.N., Protasov F.A., Tryapkin E.Yu., Gulyaev A.V., Keino M.Yu.  Computerized traction substation monitoring system

The paper discusses the structure, functionality and implementation results of a computerized traction substation monitoring system. It shows that the system developed is able to track in automatic mode all contingencies and emergency situations and inform the related railway services through a web interface.

Keywords: traction substation, monitoring system, transmitters, measurement algorithms, automation, monitoring.

Gurianov L.V., Sleta V.D., Sokolov K.A.  Target approach: a framework for developing present-day automated energy metering systems

The paper examines the target approach and its advantages implemented in the state-of-the-art DataRate SCADA/HMI from KRUG-Soft JSC.

Keywords: target approach, object library, automated energy metering system.

Andreev A.V.  A tool for improving power company’s efficiency

The present-day power distribution complex is a leader in the number of malfunctions, emergencies, and illegal hookups causing power outages. Based on expert appraisals, the implementation of an integrated centralized control system at power company level may overcome these challenges. The paper presents Advanced Distribution Management System from Schneider Electric.

Keywords: power companies, power supply, advanced power distribution management system.

Kosmin A.S.  Building supervisory control systems

Siemens PCS7 PowerControl and PCS7 Controller hard-/software solutions for building supervisory control systems are presented.

Keywords: supervisory control, power engineering, integration, engineering, controller, gateway.

Mertsalov A.E., Kiseleva O.A., Rogov V.V.  ICONICS software for improving power plant’s efficiency

The paper discusses power generation control structure based on ICONICS software. It shows that the system improves the operations transparency and enables timely detection and minimization of fuel overburning and efficiency losses, quick optimization of heat power plant’s operation modes and increases power company’s operation margins.

Keywords: efficiency, power plant, operations management, simulation, implementation, planning, optimization.

Optimization of energy consumption of industrial plants and office buildings with EcoWebServer III from Mitsubishi Electric

The paper presents the capabilities, features, and application advantages of EcoServer III implemented within Mitsubishi Electric’s generic energy conservation concept. The server allows MES integration via CC-Link network.

Keywords: server, data communication protocols, MES, energy conservation, integration.

Buinevich M.V., Kirichok A.I.  An approach to the implementation of an integrated control system for Moscow exterior and architectural lighting

The paper describes the features and innovative solutions implemented in the integrated control system for Moscow architectural lighting. The focus during the system implementation was made on the integration of legacy automated systems in the unified information space and the development of an intuitive and functional user interface.

Keywords: integrated management-information systems, exterior and architectural lighting, user interface.

Filimonov A.V., Shatalov V.S.  ErgoSvet automated LED lighting system

The structure and features of ErgoSvet automated LED lighting system for settlements are presented.

Keywords: automated LED lighting system, LED lamps, energy efficiency.

Sapronov A.A., Nikulichev A.Yu., Leschenko A.G., Volkova O.V.  Effective control technology for power consumption exterior lighting networks

The paper overviews key present-day control technologies for power consumption in exterior lighting networks. It offers a decentralized point control of light plants’ power consumption via power grid.

Keywords: exterior lighting, decentralized control, electricity consumption, power reduction, automation.

Konoplev A.N., Kropotov Yu.A.  A scheduling algorithm for small-lot production

A scheduling algorithm for small-lot radio-electronic production is described. The paper shows that an ant colony algorithm is optimal for operation cycle time minimization. Algorithm test run results from the automated scheduling system implemented at the small-lot radio-electronic manufacture of Murom Radio Works are included.

Keywords: small-lot production, scheduling, ant colony algorithm, radio-electronic production.

Batyashov S.V., Gromakov E.I., Liepinsh A.V.  Bumpless switch from manual to automatic control in the regulatory control system of steam boiler’s feed water drum

Various structures of a regulatory controller ensuring a bumpless switch from manual to automatic control are analyzed. Recommendations for the bumpless switch implementation are made for a regulatory control system of steam boiler’s feed water drum.

Keywords: regulatory process control, bumpless control mode switches, steam boiler’s feed water drum.

Baklyar N.V., Tmur A.B., Yurchenko S.M.  Soft sensor-based decision-making support system for supervisory control of pipeline systems

A software suite for supporting oil-trunk pipelines control in the area of leak and emergency diagnosis is described. Key design concepts and architecture of the decision-making system based on a mathematical flow model are discussed.

Keywords: decision-making support system, pipeline transportation, mathematical model, contingency diagnostics.

Pinaev A.L.  Pro-Face tools for building upper level industrial automation systems

The paper examines the universal tools developed by Pro-Face for data communication both at plant floor and between plant floor and business level. These tools supplement the same company’s solutions for building plant floor systems and add new features such as extended functionality and the synergy of various components enabling the accomplishment of new tasks.

Keywords: automation, data communication, data acquisition, monitoring, production management, HMI.

Journal’s Club

Heading for resource optimization

Schneider Electric is a leading developer and manufacturer of automation and control equipment. The company offers a wide range of products from programmable relays through high-performance motion controllers and interface modules; it offers control technologies applicable for any industrial or infrastructural plants or buildings. In her interview to the Journal Natalia Nielsen, PhD, Business development manager, "Industry" Business Unit, Schneider Electric comments on the key events of industrial automation market.

Keywords: efficiency, optimization, smart devices, data centralization, digital technologies, resource saving.