Practical Electrical Network Automation and Communication Systems

Cobus Strauss

oct 2003 · Elsevier

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In the past automation of the power network was a very specialized area but recently due to deregulation and privatization the area has become of a great importance because companies require more information and communication to minimize costs, reduce workforce and minimize errors in order to make a profit.

* Covers engineering requirements and business implications of this cutting-edge and ever-evolving field * Provides a unique insight into a fast-emerging and growing market that has become and will continue to evolve into one of leading communication technologies * Written in a practical manner to help readers handle the transformation from the old analog environment to the modern digital communications-based one

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Cobus Strauss has worked as a professional project engineer for the past fifteen years mainly in the mining and petrochemical industries. He currently consults to a wide variety of clients in the mining industry and has a particular interest in substation automation as a result of his work in automating the electrical networks of a number of large companies. He has lectured for IDC Technologies in Australia, South Africa and New Zealand.