Modeling and Simulation

This book has been written in over 500 pages and 14 chapters. It can be divided into three major sections. The first five chapters mostly deal with computer programs. History and equations and methods behind some non-commercial and commercial tools such as EMTP-APT, EMTP-RV, PSCAD, and XTAB are discussed in the first six chapters. The next two chapters deal with mathematical methods rather than specific computer programs. Two well-known numerical methods in solving electromagnetic problems, finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) and partial-element equivalent-circuit (PEEC), are discussed in these chapters. The seven remaining chapters, each covers the application of numerical methods in practical problems such as lightning surge, overvoltages calculation, static var compensation, and grounding.

In conclusion, this book is a good reference to get familiar with available tools and methods for numerical analysis of power systems transient and dynamics. It has extensive literature reviews and case studies covering major topics in the transient analysis of electric power systems. An advantage of this book is presenting a combination of recent research and traditional knowledge in the area. However, the book, like many other edited series, suffers from a lack of coherence and harmony between chapters.