A growing requirement for electrical grids
BY SOWMYAVADHANA SRINIVASAN, GlobalData
The concept of distribution automation came into play in the 1970s, after the need to enhance power-system reliability and efficiency saw the distribution system becoming increasingly automated. The main purpose was to utilize emerging information and communication technology to enhance the operating performance of distribution systems.
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