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Fundamentals and Advancements in Generator Synchronizing Systems
Michael J. Thompson, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.
Abstract—Synchronizing a generator to the power system must be done carefully to prevent damage to the machine and disturbances to the power system. Traditionally, power plants include a synchronizing panel to indicate what adjustments the operator should make to the governor and exciter and when it is acceptable for the operator to close the breaker. In many cases, the process is automated using an automatic synchronizer with manual control available as a backup.
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