The principle is to grade the operating times of the relays in such a way that the relay closest to the fault spot operates first. The optimization of overcurrent relays' operation is a topic associated with protection coordination of distribution networks. Usually, this refers to medium-voltage networks, since they are protected by numerical relay devices, as opposed to low-voltage networks, where utility operators allocate. Abstract—Transmission line protective relays are assuring normal operation of power system by automatically isolating faulted sections. Further, the duration of the voltage. speed, sensitivity, dependability, security, and selectivity.
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