Development of a micro-phasor measurement unit for distribution system applications

In current scenario, Phasor Measurement Units (PMUs) are positioned mainly on transmission systems. The novelty of PMUs can also be best utilized in the case of distribution systems. This project extends the concept of Synchrophasor Technology, currently in use for transmission system, to provide synchronized measurements at distribution level by designing an instrument specifically for the purpose, called Micro-PMU. It investigates the properties of a Micro-PMU, taking distribution system constraints and the possible sources of measurement errors into account and then presents the hardware implementation of a prototype of Micro-PMU. Commercial importance and suitability for installation in actual distribution system of the product i.e. Micro-PMU has also been discussed.