Practical definitions for powers in systems with nonsinusoidal waveforms and unbalanced loads: a discussion

Existing definitions for power terms in alternating current systems work well for single-phase and three-phase systems where both voltages and currents are sinusoidal with respect to time. This paper clarifies and proposes definitions for power terms that are practical and effective when voltage and/or currents are distorted and/or unbalanced. It also suggests definitions for measurable values that may be used to indicate the level of distortion and unbalance.

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