Model Question Paper-2
PhD Degree Examination
Paper – IV RCW004 : SMART GRID
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100 marks
Answer any FIVE questions
1) Explain the fundamentals of smart grid. Compare the highlights between the Traditional
Grid and Smart Grid . (20)
2) Briefly explain about the challenges to load flow in smart grid and weakness (20)
of the present load flow methods
3) With the help of neat sketch , Describe the load flow methodology for smart (20)
grid design.
4) What is stability in power system? Explain in detail about the strengths and (20)
Weakness of existing voltage stability analysis tools.
5) a) Briefly describe about the classification of voltage stability in power system. (10)
b) Explain the various techniques available for the Voltage stability assessment (10)
in the power system. .
6) a) With the neat illustration, Discuss in detail about the evolution of smart metering (10)
system.
b) Elucidate the difference by comparing the conventional and smart metering (10)
system.
7) a) Explain the communication infrastructure and protocols for smart metering (10)
system.
b) Briefly elaborate about the demand side integration and some of the services (10)
provided by DSI.
8) What are FACTS devices ? Discuss about the shunt and series reactive power (20)
compensation .
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