IEC 61850 Demystified

Focusing on the implementation of the IEC 61850 standard, this book details its development and foundational concepts, tracing contributions from General Motors, EPRI, and IEEE. It highlights the standard's role in IIoT strategies for substation communication, discussing multicast research for GOOSE and the transition to object-oriented technology. The book thoroughly explores layering principles, communication profiles, and real-world applications, while also addressing future directions. The author, a key figure in IEC 61850's evolution, brings extensive expertise to the discussion.