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Section 1: Product Description

1.1. Description
1.2. Capabilities

Section 2: Overview
2.1. Project Toolbar
2.2. Theme Toolbar
2.3. Mode Toolbar
2.4. Study Case Toolbar
2.5. System Toolbar
2.6. Panel Systems
2.7. Library
2.8. Cable Systems

Section 3: AC Elements
3.1. AC Elements Editor Overview
3.2. Bus
3.3. Bus Duct
3.4. Busway
3.5. Transformer – 2w
3.6. Transformer – Open Delta
3.7. Transformer – 3w
3.8. Voltage Regulator
3.9. Zigzag Grounding Transformer
3.10. Cable
3.11. Transmission Line
3.12. Reactor
3.13. Impedance
3.14. Power Grid
3.15. Synchronous Generator
3.16. Wind Turbine Generator
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3.17. Photovoltaic (PV) Array
3.18. Induction Machine
3.19. Synchronous Motor
3.20. Lumped Load
3.21. MOV
3.22. Static Load
3.23. Capacitor
3.24. Power Panel System
3.25. Harmonic Filter
3.26. Remote Connector
3.27. Phase Adapter
3.28. Grounding/Earthing Adapter
3.29. Static Var Compensator
3.30. STATCOM
3.31. High Voltage DC Link
3.32. Composite Motor
3.33. Composite Network
3.34. Fuse
3.35. Contactor
3.36. High Voltage CB
3.37. Low Voltage CB
3.38. Recloser
3.39. Ground Switch
3.40. Overload Heater
3.41. In-Line Overload Relay
3.42. Switch – Single Throw
3.43. Switch – Double Throw
3.44. Ground Grid Systems
3.45. Transformer – Scott-T

Section 4: DC Elements
4.1. DC Elements Overview
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4.2. DC BUS
4.3. DC Impedance
4.4. DC-DC Converter
4.5. Battery
4.6. DC PV Array
4.7. DC Motor Editor
4.8. DC Static Load
4.9. DC Lumped Load
4.10. DC Composite CSD
4.11. DC Composite Motor
4.12. DC Circuit Breaker
4.13. DC Fuse
4.14. DC Single Throw Switch
4.15. DC Double Throw Switch

Section 5: Short-Circuit Analysis

5.1. Toolbars
5.2. Study Case Editor
5.3. Display Options
5.4. Calculation Methods

5.4.1. ANSI/IEEE Calculation Methods

5.4.2. IEC Calculation Methods
5.4.3. AC-DC Converter Models

1.1. Short-Circuit Result Analyzer

5.5. Required Data
5.6. Output Reports
5.7. Alert View

Section 6: STAR Protection and Coordination Analysis

6.1. STAR Mode Toolbar
6.2. Study Case Editor
6.3. Display Options
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6.4. STAR Sequence-of-Operation
6.5. STAR Auto-Evaluation
6.6. Zone Selective Interlock
6.7. Required Data
6.8. Output Report

Section 7: Arc Flash Analysis

7.1. AC Arc Flash Mode
7.2. Bus Editor
7.3. Study Case Editor
7.4. Display Options
7.5. Running Arc Flash Analysis
7.6. Arc Flash Sequence of Operation
7.7. Calculation Methodology
7.8. Alerts
7.9. Arc Flash Reports
7.10. Arc Flash Result Analyzer
7.11. AC Arc Flash Calculator
7.12. DGUV-I 203-078 AF Calculator
7.13. Arc-Flash Auto Evaluation

Section 8: Load Flow Analysis

8.1. Toolbar
8.2. Study Case Editor
8.3. Display Options
8.4. Calculation Methods

8.4.1. Load Flow Calculation Methods

8.4.2. 1-Phase/Panel System Load Flow Calculation
8.4.3. Required Data

8.5. Output Reports

8.6. Alert View
8.7. Messages
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8.8. Load Flow Result Analyzer
8.9. Load Analyzer

Section 9: Unbalanced Load Flow Analysis

9.1. Toolbar
9.2. Study Case Editor
9.3. Display Options
9.4. Calculation Method

9.4.1. Panel System Modeling

9.4.2. Unified Load Flow Calculation
9.4.3. Required Data

9.5. Outputs Reports

9.6. Alert View

Section 10: Motor Acceleration Analysis

10.1. Toolbars
10.2. Study Case Editor
10.3. Display Options
10.4. Calculations Methods

10.4.1. Dynamic Model

10.4.2. Static Model

10.5. Output Reports

10.6. One-Line Diagram Displayed Results
10.7. Alert View
10.8. Plots
10.9. Motor Starting Analyzer

Section 11: Transient Stability Analysis

11.1. Toolbars
11.2. Study Case Editor
11.3. Display Options
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11.4. Calculation Methods
11.5. Output Reports
11.6. One-Line Diagram Display Results
11.7. Plots
11.8. Action List
11.9. ETAP CoSimulation

Section 12: Generator Start-Up Analysis

12.1. Study Case Editor
12.2. Calculation Methods
12.3. Output Reports

Section 13: Dynamic Models

13.1. Induction Machine
13.2. Synchronous Machine
13.3. Power Grid
13.4. Excitation System
13.5. Governor-Turbine
13.6. Power System Stabilizer
13.7. Mechanical Load
13.8. Static Var Compensator
13.9. Dynamic Lumped Motor Load
13.10. Wind Turbine Generator

Section 14: Motor Parameter Estimation and Tuning

14.1. Start Motor Parameter Estimation and Tuning
14.2. Parameter Estimation Editor
14.3. Motor Parameter Estimation and Tuning Editor
14.4. Motor Parameter Update Editor
14.5. Calculation Method
14.6. Output Reports
14.7. Motor Library
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Section 15: Harmonic Analysis

15.1. Toolbar
15.2. Study Case Editor
15.3. Display Options
15.4. Calculation Methods

15.4.1. Component Modeling

15.4.2. Harmonic Load Flow Study
15.4.3. Harmonic Frequency Scan Study
15.4.4. Harmonic Filter
15.4.5. Transformer Phase-Shift
15.4.6. Current Distortion Compliance Limits Evaluation
15.4.7. Voltage Distortion Compliance Limits Evaluation
15.4.8. Required Data

15.5. One-Line Diagram Displayed Results

15.6. Output Reports
15.7. Plots
15.8. Alert View
15.9. Rule Book

Section 16: Optimal Power Flow

16.1. Toolbar
16.2. Study Case Editor
16.3. Display Options
1.2. Calculation Methods
16.4. Output Reports
16.5. One-Line Diagram Displayed Results

Section 17: Optimal Capacitor Placement

17.1. Toolbar
17.2. Study Case Editor
17.3. Display Options
17.4. Calculation Method
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17.5. Output Reports
17.6. Plots
17.7. One-Line Diagram Results

Section 18: Reliability Assessment Analysis

18.1. Toolbar
18.2. Study Case Editor
18.3. Display Options
18.4. Calculation Methods

18.4.1. Modeling and Calculation Method

18.4.2. AC Component and System Modeling
18.4.3. AC-DC Converter Models
18.4.4. Modeling Assumptions/Limitations
18.4.5. Distribution System Reliability Indices
18.4.6. Distribution System Reliability Analysis Study
18.4.7. Required Data

18.5. Output Reports

18.6. Plots

Section 19: Transformer MVA Sizing

19.1. 2-Winding Transformer MVA Sizing
19.2. Calculation Method
19.3. Required Data

Section 20: Transformer Tap Optimization

20.1. 2-Wending Transformer Tap Optimization
20.2. Tap Optimization Page
20.3. Mvar Delivery Curve Page
20.4. Calculation Method
20.5. Required Data
20.6. Output Reports
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Section 21: DC Short-Circuit Analysis

21.1. Toolbar
21.2. Study Case Editor
21.3. Display Options
21.4. Calculation Methods

21.4.1. Procedure for DC Short-Circuit Calculation

21.4.2. Short-Circuit Current Rise Time Constant Calculation
21.4.3. Device Rating Evaluation
21.4.4. Component Models
21.4.5. Required Data

21.5. Output Reports

Section 22: DC Arc Flash Analysis

22.1. Toolbar
22.2. Study Case Editor
22.3. Display Options
22.4. Running DC Arc Flash Analysis
22.5. Calculation Methodology
22.6. Required Data
22.7. DC Arc Flash Reports
22.8. DC Arc Flash Result Analyzer
22.9. DC Arc Flash Calculator

Section 23: DC Load Flow Analysis

23.1. Toolbar
23.2. Study Case Editor
23.3. Display Options
23.4. Calculation Method
23.5. Output Report

Section 24: Battery Sizing and Discharge Analysis

24.1. Toolbar
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24.2. Study Case Editor
24.3. Display Options
24.4. Calculation Methods

24.4.1. Battery Sizing Calculation Methods

24.4.2. Battery Discharging Calculation Methods
24.4.3. CSD in Battery Sizing and Discharging Calculation
24.4.4. Required Data

24.5. Output Reports

24.6. Plots

Section 25: System Grounding

25.1. Quick Start Guide
25.2. Definition of Earthing Types
25.3. Multiple Grounding / Earthing Handling

Section 26: Cable Ampacity and Sizing

26.1. Cable Editor
26.2. Steps to Perform Current-Carrying Capacity Calculations
26.3. Calculation Methodology

26.3.1. Current Carrying Capacity Calculation Methodology

26.3.2. Cable Sizing Algorithm for BS 7671
26.3.3. Cable Sizing Algorithm for IEC 60364
26.3.4. Cable Sizing Algorithm for ICEA P-54-440/NEC
26.3.5. Cable Sizing Algorithm for IEC 60502
26.3.6. Cable Sizing Algorithm for NF C15-100
26.3.7. Cable Sizing Algorithm for IEC 60092
26.3.8. Cable Sizing Algorithm for NF C13-200

26.4. Steps to Perform Cable Sizing Calculations

26.5. Cable Manager
26.6. Summary of Steps
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Section 27: Protective Sizing and Shock Protection

27.1. PE Conductor Sizing
27.2. Shock Protection
27.3. Output Reports
27.4. Cable Manager
27.5. Summary of Steps

Section 28: Underground Raceway Systems

28.1. User Interface
28.2. Analysis
28.3. Output Reports
28.4. Plots

Section 29: Cable Pulling Systems

29.1. Presentation
29.2. Cable Pulling System Editor
29.3. Study Case Editor
29.4. Create a New Presentation
29.5. Cable Pull Editor
29.6. Pull Path Geometric View
29.7. Conduit Cross-Section View
29.8. 3-D View
29.9. Cable Pulling Analysis
29.10. Display Options
29.11. Calculation Methods
29.12. Output Reports

Section 30: Contingency Analysis

30.1. Toolbar
30.2. Study Case Editor
30.3. Display Options
30.4. Calculation Methods
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30.4.1. Calculation Methods
30.4.2. Performance Index Calculation
30.4.3. Required Data

30.5. Output Reports

30.6. Report Summary
30.7. Performance Index List

Section 31: Python Scripting

31.1. Python Overview
31.2. Python API
31.3. Python Reports

Section 32: ArcFault

32.1. MV and HV ArcFault Analysis
32.2. Bus Editor
32.3. Study Case Editor
32.4. Display Options
32.5. ArcFault Alerts
32.6. ArcFault Sequence of Operation
32.7. Running ArcFault Simulations
32.8. Calculation Methodology

32.8.1. Guidelines / Standards

32.8.2. ArcFault Method 1 – Terzija / Konglin
32.8.3. ArcFault Method 2 – EPRI
1.1.1. Line to Line and 3-Phase Arc Fault Simulations
32.8.4. Arc Faults in Enclosures using ArcFault (15 kV to 36 kV)

32.9. ArcFault Result Analyzer

32.10. ArcFault Calculator

Section 33: Time Domain Unbalanced Load Flow Analysis

33.1. Toolbar
33.2. Study Case Editor
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33.3. Display Options
33.4. Plots
33.5. Required Data
33.6. Output Reports
33.7. Alert View
33.8. Profile, Sector & External Data

Section 34: Voltage Stability Analysis

34.1. Toolbar
34.2. Study Case Editor
34.3. Display Options
34.4. Calculation Method

34.4.1. V-Q Sensitivity Analysis

34.4.2. P-V Analysis
34.4.3. Q-V Analysis
34.4.4. INI entries for P-V and Q-V Analysis

34.5. Required Data

34.6. Plots
34.7. Output Reports
34.8. Alert View