JOURNAL ARTICLE

Power system education and research applications using free and open-source, graphical and multiplatform PSP-UFU software.

  • Published In: International Journal of Electrical Engineering Education, 2023, v. 60, n. 1. P. 62 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Oliveira, Thales L; Guimarães, Geraldo C; Silva, Leonardo RC; Rezende, Jaqueline O 3 of 3

Abstract

This article introduces the Power Systems Platform from the Federal University of Uberlândia (PSP-UFU), a free, open-source, graphical, and cross-platform software designed for power flow simulations, balanced and unbalanced short-circuit analysis, and transient and dynamic stability studies with user-defined controls. Developed in C++ using an object-oriented programming paradigm and a standard Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture, PSP-UFU features a user-friendly graphical interface integrated with computer-aided design (CAD) tools for constructing electric network and control system diagrams without source code modification. Comparative tests with established commercial software confirm PSP-UFU's accuracy and computational efficiency, while its generic control system editor and multiplatform capability distinguish it from other open-source and commercial programs. The platform is actively used in undergraduate and postgraduate education in Brazil, supporting interdisciplinary studies and fostering deeper learning through accessible source code and modular design.

Additional Information

  • Source:International Journal of Electrical Engineering Education. 2023/01, Vol. 60, Issue 1, p62
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Computer Science
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0020-7209
  • DOI:10.1177/0020720919879058
  • Accession Number:162054885
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