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Distribution system protection by coordinated fault current limiters
The protection of distribution networks is one of the most substantial issues, which needs special attention. Using
appropriate protective equipment enhances the safety of the power distribution network during the fault conditions. Fault current
limiter (FCL) is a kind of modern preserving system being used for protecting power networks and equipment. One of the main
concerns of power networks is the voltage restoration of buses during faulty conditions. In this study, a group of coordinated DC
reactor type faults current limiters are designed and tested to protect the network and restore its buses voltage within the fault
period. To coordinate FCLs and measurement devices during the fault sequences, a wireless communication system and
decision-making computer are used. The proposed FCLs coordination strategy is modelled and simulated in MATLAB platform
and the results are validated by the developed laboratory test setu