On a new approach for the simulation of transients in power systems

This paper presents a new simulation tool named EMTP-RV. EMTP-RV is a completely new program with a new graphical user interface and a new computational engine. The simulation uses a new matrix formulation for computing load-flow, steady state and time-domain solutions. Theoretical advantages are emphasized and demonstrated through practical examples. An open-architecture graphical user interface (GUI) is developed to maximize flexibility and allow creating and maintaining complex designs.