Quiz on Distributed Generation and Electrical Power Systems

What is the main benefit of connecting distributed generation (DG) to the electrical network?

• Reduced energy production

• Higher emissions

• Improved reliability

• Increased energy costs

Which type of generator is NOT mentioned as a distributed generator?

• Fuel cells

• Hydroelectric generators

• Micro turbines

• Synchronous generators

What is a potential challenge of integrating DG into the power supply system?

• Reduced energy quality

• Higher short circuit levels

• Lower load losses

• Improved voltage stability

What is the primary function of a wind turbine?

• To use wind to generate AC output voltage

• To provide backup power during outages

• To convert solar energy into electricity

• To store energy for later use

What does the term 'nuisance tripping' refer to?

• Improved voltage regulation

• Incorrect operation of protection devices

• Increased energy efficiency

• Unintentional disconnection of power

What is the main purpose of a fuel cell?

• To convert wind energy into electricity

• To continuously generate electricity using hydrogen

• To store solar energy for later use

• To provide backup power during outages

What can cause voltage transients in a power system?

• Low energy demand

• Consistent power supply

• Switching large loads

• Stable energy generation

What is a significant impact of distributed generation on power quality?

• Improved energy efficiency

• Increased power failure rates

• Reduced energy costs

• Enhanced voltage stability

What is the effect of distributed generation on short circuit levels?

• It has no effect on short circuit levels

• It decreases short circuit levels

• It stabilizes short circuit levels

• It increases short circuit levels

What is the main advantage of using solar energy as a distributed generation source?

• It requires large amounts of land

• It is a non-renewable energy source

• It has high installation costs

• It is one of the fastest growing renewable sources