Nelson River HVdc Bipole-Two Part I - System Aspects

The system aspects of the Nelson River HVdc bipole- two transmission is described. Extension of Manitoba's HVdc system is generally discussed and the paper covers in some detail the system studies, results, criteria, and philosophies related to the planning and overall specification of bipole-two. Frequent reference is made to bipole-one design and experience which effected the bipole-two requirements and design. The information presented is valuable to utility planners considering feasibility and specification of HVdc transmission.