This paper describes the use of wavelet transform for analyzing power system fault transients in order to determine the fault location. Traveling wave theory is utilized in capturing the travel time of the transients along the monitored lines between the fault point and the relay. Time resolution for the high frequency components of the fault transients, is provided by the wavelet transform. This information is related to the travel time of the signals which are already decomposed into their modal components. Aerial mode is used for all fault types, whereas the ground mode is used to resolve problems associated with certain special cases. Wavelet transform is found to be an excellent discriminant for identifying the traveling wave reflections from the fault irrespective of the fault type and impedance. EMTP simulations are used to test and validate the proposed fault location approach for typical power system faults.
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