Technical Areas: The technical areas covered in the IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery are listed below. Click on a specific technical area for a list of the papers in that technical area that have been published in the April 2009 issue, links to their abstracts, and the discussion deadline.

• Insulated Conductors
• Power System Communications
• Power System Instrumentation and Measurements
• Power System Relaying
• Substations
• Surge Protective Devices
• Switchgear
• Transformers
• Transmission and Distribution

• High-Frequency Loss in Unjacketed Distribution Cable and Its Effect on PD Measurement
  Xu, C.; Boggs, S. A.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

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• PLC Channel: Impulsive Noise Modelling and Its Performance Evaluation Under Different Array Coding Schemes
  Andreadou, N.; Pavlidou, F.-N.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Response Bounds of Indoor Power-Line Communication Systems With Cyclostationary Loads
  Barmada, S.; Musolino, A.; Tucci, M.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Survey and Performance Comparison of AMR Over PLC Standards
  Zaballos, A.; Vallejo, A.; Majoral, M.; Selga, J. M.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• On Reed–Solomon Coding for Data Communications Over Power-Line Channels
  Chuah, T. C.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• The Effects of Load Impedance, Line Length, and Branches in Typical Low-Voltage Channels of the BPLC Systems of Developing Countries: Transmission-Line Analyses
  Anatory, J.; Theethayi, N.; Thottappillil, R.; Kissaka, M.; Mvungi, N.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Practical Guide to Harmonic Frequency Interference Affecting High-Voltage Power-Line Carrier Coupling Systems
  Franklin, G. A.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

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• New Distortion and Unbalance Indices Based on Power Quality Analyzer Measurements
  Salmeron, P.; Herrera, R. S.; Perez Valles, A.; Prieto, J.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Extended Fault-Location Formulation for Power Distribution Systems
  Salim, R. H.; Resener, M.; Filomena, A. D.; Caino de Oliveira, K. R.; Bretas, A. S.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Effect of Neutral Path Power Losses on the Apparent Power Definitions: A Preliminary Study
  Pajic, S.; Emanuel, A. E.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Proposal for Concurrent Estimation of Static and Dynamic Nonlinearity of ADC
  Vora, S. C.; Satish, L.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

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• A New Digital Feed Circuit Protection Using Directional Element
  Eissa, M. M.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• The Education and Training of Future Protection Engineers: Challenges, Opportunities, and Solutions
  Brahma, S.; De La Ree, J.; Gers, J.; Girgis, A. A.; Horowitz, S.; Hunt, R.; Kezunovic, M.; Madani, V.; McLaren, P.; Phadke, A. G.; Sachdev, M. S.; Sidhu, T. S.; Thorp, J. S.; Venkata, S. S.; Wiedman, T.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Novel Single-Phase Adaptive Reclosure Scheme for Transmission Lines With Shunt Reactors
  Suonan, J. L.; Shao, W. Q.; Song, G. B.; Jiao, Z. B.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Fault Classification and Faulted-Phase Selection Based on the Initial Current Traveling Wave
  Dong, X.; Kong, W.; Cui, T.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Morphological Scheme for Inrush Identification in Transformer Protection
  Lu, Z.; Tang, W. H.; Ji, T. Y.; Wu, Q. H.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Hybrid Traveling Wave/Boundary Protection for Monopolar HVDC Line
  Liu, X.; Osman, A. H.; Malik, O. P.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Fault-Location Algorithms Without Utilizing Line Parameters Based on the Distributed Parameter Line Model
  Liao, Y.; Kang, N.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

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• General Public Exposure by ELF Fields of 150–36/11-kV Substations in Urban Environment
  Joseph, W.; Verloock, L.; Martens, L.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Computerized Analysis of Grounding Plates in Multilayer Soils
  Ma, J.; Dawalibi, F. P.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

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• Minimum Distance of Lightning Protection Between Insulator String and Line Surge Arrester in Parallel
  He, J.; Hu, J.; Chen, Y.; Chen, S.; Zeng, R.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

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• Methods for Determining the Status of MV Switching Devices Using Minimum Cost Criterion
  Toros, Z.; Pihler, J.; Stumberger, G.; Glotic, A.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Critical Radius of Axial Magnetic-Field Contacts in Vacuum Interrupters
  Liu, Z.; Wang, Z.; Zheng, Y.; Wang, J.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

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• A Study on the Impact of Low-Amplitude Oscillatory Switching Transients on Grid Connected EHV Transformer Windings in a Longitudinal Power Supply System
  De, A.; Debnath, D.; Chakrabarti, A.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Condition Assessment of Power OLTC by Vibration Analysis Using Wavelet Transform
  Rivas, E.; Burgos, J. C.; Garcia-Prada, J. C.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Analytical Description of the Load-Loss Asymmetry Phenomenon in Three-Phase Three-Limb Transformers
  Escarela-Perez, R.; Kulkarni, S. V.; Alvarez-Ramirez, J.; Kaushik, K.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Interpretation of Transformer FRA Responses— Part I: Influence of Winding Structure
  Wang, Z. D.; Li, J.; Sofian, D. M.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Multi-Purpose Balanced Transformer for Railway Traction Applications
  Zhang, Z.; Wu, B.; Kang, J.; Luo, L.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Analysis of Air-Core Reactors From DC to Very High Frequencies Using PEEC Models
  Enohnyaket, M.; Ekman, J.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Hybrid Winding Model of Disc-Type Power Transformers for Frequency Response Analysis
  Shintemirov, A.; Tang, W. H.; Wu, Q. H.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

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• Missing-Sensor-Fault-Tolerant Control for SSSC FACTS Device With Real-Time Implementation
  Qiao, W.; Venayagamoorthy, G. K.; Harley, R. G.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Intelligent Thermographic Diagnostic Applied to Surge Arresters: A New Approach
  Laurentys Almeida, C. A.; Braga, A. P.; Nascimento, S.; Paiva, V.; Martins, H. J. A.; Torres, R.; Caminhas, W. M.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Probability Models for Optimal Sparing of Distribution Network Transformers
  Nahman, J. M.; Tanaskovic, M. R.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Hybrid Islanding Detection Technique Using Average Rate of Voltage Change and Real Power Shift
  Mahat, P.; Chen, Z.; Bak-Jensen, B.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Performance of the OVP/UVP and OFP/UFP Method With Voltage and Frequency Dependent Loads
  Zeineldin, H. H.; Kirtley, Jr., J. L.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Simple Technique for Islanding Detection With Negligible Nondetection Zone
  Zeineldin, H. H.; Kirtley, J. L.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Optimal Cost-Benefit for the Location of Capacitors in Radial Distribution Systems
  Khodr, H. M.; Vale, A.; Ramos, C.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Analytical Study of Voltage Magnification Transients Due to Capacitor Switching
  Kalyuzhny, A.; Zissu, S.; Shein, D.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Online Hydrophobicity Measurement for Silicone Rubber Insulators on Transmission Lines
  Zhao, L.; Li, C.; Xiong, J.; Zhang, S.; Yao, J.; Chen, X.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Analysis of Converter Transformer Failure in HVDC Systems and Possible Solutions
  Bhuvaneswari, G.; Mahanta, B. C.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Leakage Current Activity on Glass-Type Insulators of Overhead Transmission Lines in the Northeast Region of Brazil
  Oliveira, S. C.; Fontana, E.; Cavalcanti, F. J. M. M.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Characteristics of the Magnetic Energy Recovery Switch (MERS) as a Series FACTS Controller
  Wiik, J. A.; Wijaya, F. D.; Shimada, R.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Analysis and Improvement of Line-Capacitance Effect on Three-Phase 161-kV Bus Potential Transformers
  Yang, W.-L.; Hwang, J.-C.; Yeh, S.-N.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Experimental Apparatus, Testing Results, and Interpretation of the Impact of Voltage Distortion on the Current Distortion of Typical Single-Phase Loads
  Rylander, M.; Grady, W. M.; Narendorf, M.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Improved Fault Location on Distribution Feeders Based on Matching During-Fault Voltage Sags
  Pereira, R. A. F.; da Silva, L. G. W.; Kezunovic, M.; Mantovani, J. R. S.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Interception Probability and Shielding Against Lightning
  Mikropoulos, P. N.; Tsovilis, Th. E.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Adaptive Prony Method for the Calculation of Power-Quality Indices in the Presence of Nonstationary Disturbance Waveforms
  Andreotti, A.; Bracale, A.; Caramia, P.; Carpinelli, G.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Self-Isolation Method for the HIF Zone Under the Network-Based Distribution System
  Ko, Y.-S.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• FPGA-Based Real-Time EMTP
  Chen, Y.; Dinavahi, V.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• A Scalable Power-Line-Signaling-Based Scheme for Islanding Detection of Distributed Generators
  Wang, W.; Kliber, J.; Xu, W.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Multi-Infeed HVDC Interaction Studies Using Small-Signal Stability Assessment
  Karawita, C.; Annakkage, U. D.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Sensorless Current Control of Three-Phase Inverter-Based Distributed Generation
  Ahmed, K. H.; Massoud, A. M.; Finney, S. J.; Williams, B. W.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Lightning Transients in Low-Voltage Installations Inside Different Types of Class II Lightning Protection Systems
  Metwally, I. A.; Heidler, F. H.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Interfacing Techniques for Electromagnetic Field and Circuit Simulation Programs IEEE Task Force on Interfacing Techniques for Simulation Tools
  Asghari, B.; Dinavahi, V.; Rioual, M.; Martinez, J. A.; Iravani, R.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Dynamic Voltage Restorer Based on Flying Capacitor Multilevel Converters Operated by Repetitive Control
  Roncero-Sanchez, P.; Acha, E.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

• Estimates of Comparative Costs for Uprating Transmission Capacity
  Baldick, R.; O'Neill, R. P.

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2009

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