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'''Electrical power system simulation''' involves power system modeling and network simulation in order to analyze electrical power systems using design/offline or real-time data. Power system simulation software's are a class of [[computer simulation]] programs that focus on the operation of electrical power systems. These types of computer programs are used in a wide range of planning and operational situations for: electric power systems.

# Electric power generation - Nuclear, Conventional, Renewable

# Commercial facilities

# Utility transmission

# Utility distribution

# Railway power systems

# Industrial power systems

Applications of power system simulation include: long-term generation and transmission expansion planning, short-term operational simulations, and market analysis (e.g. price forecasting).

These programs typically make use of [[mathematical optimization]] techniques such [[linear programming]], [[quadratic programming]], and [[mixed integer programming]].

Multiple elements of a power system can be modelled. A [[power flow study]] calculates the loading on transmission lines and the power necessary to be generated at generating stations, given the required loads to be served. A short circuit study or fault analysis calculates the [[Prospective short-circuit current|short-circuit current]] that would flow at various points of interest in the system under study, for short-circuits between phases or from energized wires to ground. A coordination study allows selection and setting of [[portective relay]]s and fuses to rapidly clear a short-circuit fault while minimizing effects on the rest of the power system. Transient or dynamic stability studies show the effect of events such as sudden load changes, short-circuits, or accidental disconnection of load on the synchronization of the generators in the system. Harmonic or power quality studies show the effect of non-linear loads such as lighting on the waveform of the power system, and allow recommendations to be made to mitigate severe distortion. An optimal power flow study establishes the best combination of generating plant output to meet a given load requirement, so as to minimize production cost while maintaining desired stability and reliability; such models may be updated in near-real-time to allow guidance to system operators on the lowest-cost way to achieve [[economic dispatch]].

Key elements of power systems that are modeled include:

#Load flow ([[power flow study]])

#Short circuit or fault analysis

#Protective device coordination, discrimination or selectivity

#Transient or dynamic stability

#Harmonic or power quality analysis

#Optimal power flow

There are many power simulation software packages in commercial and non-commercial forms that range from utility-scale software to study tools.

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#Distribution network optimization

== Power System Study Specificationsspecifications ==

A well-defined power systems study requirement is critical to the success of any project as it will reduce the challenge of selecting the qualified service provider and the right analysis software. The system study specification describes the project scope, analysis types, and the required deliverable. The study specification<ref>https://etap.com/docs/default-source/power-systems-study-specification/power_systems_study_specifications.pdf</ref> must be written to match the specific project and industry requirements and will vary based on the type of analysis.