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Release Notes
Details of new features & fixes across the ERACS versions.
ERACS Version 3.9.0 - Released: 19/02/2010
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Features:
Updated ERACS Cable Reference Library Data Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3587 19/02/2010
Prysmian Protomont flexible trailing mining cables types 7,7M,7S,11,201,211,307,307M, 307S,321,331 & 631 have been added to the Reference Library.
Windows Remote Desktop Connection Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3573 19/02/2010
ERACS has been modified so that it can operate over Windows remote desktop connection.
Universal Dynamic Modeller - Input Signals Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3553 19/02/2010
The following input signal has been provided for DFIG, controlled shunt and wind turbine simulations: Sensed busbar Frequency (pu).
Universal Dynamic Modeller - Input Signals Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3552 19/02/2010
The following input signals have been included for DFIG, controlled shunt and wind turbine simulations: Terminal Frequency (pu, 1, 1) Terminal Voltage Magnitude (pu, 1, 1) Terminal Real Voltage (pu) and Terminal Reactive Voltage (pu).
Updated ERACS Fuse Reference Library Data Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3545 19/02/2010
Ferraz Shawmut type A033D1, A055D1 & A072D1 fuses have been included in the Reference Library.
ERACS Properties Created Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3528 19/02/2010
A number of keywords, known as "ERACS Properties" have been created. If these properties are included in text that appears on the network diagram or protection graphs they will be replaced by a specific value. For example, one of the properties is "[NetworkName]". The value for this property is the name of the currently open network. If you were to add the following text, "Network Name: [NetworkName]" to a network called "Springfield Road Water Treatment Works", when the text is drawn on the diagram it would appear as "Network Name: Springfield Road Water Treatment Works".
Tutorial Manuals 1 & 2 Updated Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3516 19/02/2010
The tutorial manuals 1 & 2 have been updated.
Library Key Description Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3504 19/02/2010
The library key description field has been increased from 40 to 80 characters to accommodate more detailed information.
Customised Arc Flash Hazard Warning Labels Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3496 19/02/2010
A facility has been included in the Arc Flash Hazard module to allow users to generate customised Arc Flash Hazard Warning Labels. Data fields can be added to a Warning Label template as required.
Enhanced Diagram Refresh Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3480 19/02/2010
The single line diagram refresh time has been significantly reduced. On our test network (over 500 busbars) the refresh time was reduced from 163ms to 47ms.
Updated ERACS Relay Reference Library Data Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3473 19/02/2010
Siemens ARGUS and SIPROTEC protection relays have been included in our reference library following the supply of data from Siemens.
Copper Wire/Tape Added To Cable Sheath/Screen Option Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3449 19/02/2010
Copper Wire and Copper Tape have been included in the Metallic Sheath/Screen drop down list under Cable, General Information.
Copy Library Key Facility Version 3.9.0 : Feature 3437 19/02/2010
The copy library keys facilities (individual and multiple) have been improved so that you are prevented from creating duplicate entries.
Cable Withstand Calculations Added Version 3.9.0 : Feature 2977 19/02/2010
Cable withstand calculations to BS standard have been implemented. This has enabled cable withstand curves to be included on protection co-ordination plots and for the protection calculation to provide an indication of whether a cable withstand has been exceeded.