Electric distribution network
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An electric distribution network is a system of cables which deliver electric power from its point of generation to the end users. It comprises high voltage cables, cable splices, network transformers, network protectors, manholes and service boxes.
The entire network consists of the following parts:
The entire network consists of the following parts:
- Generation plantPower stationA power station is an industrial facility for the generation of electric energy....
- Long-distance power transmission linesElectric power transmissionElectric-power transmission is the bulk transfer of electrical energy, from generating power plants to Electrical substations located near demand centers...
- SubstationsElectrical substationA substation is a part of an electrical generation, transmission, and distribution system. Substations transform voltage from high to low, or the reverse, or perform any of several other important functions...
- Local power linesElectricity distributionFile:Electricity grid simple- North America.svg|thumb|380px|right|Simplified diagram of AC electricity distribution from generation stations to consumers...
See also
- Power deliveryPower deliveryElectricity delivery is the process that goes from generation of electricity in the power station to the use by the consumer.The main processes in power delivery are, by order:* Central generation* Transmission* Distribution* And retailing...
- Electricity retailingElectricity retailingElectricity retailing is the final process in the delivery of electricity from generation to the consumer. The other main processes are transmission and distribution.- Beginnings :...