In what state must provisions be made to load share paralleled generators?

Load sharing between paralleled generators typically requires them to be operating in a steady state. In this condition, both generators can maintain a stable voltage and frequency while supplying power to the same load. Steady state ensures that the load is divided proportionately according to each generator's capacity and capability.

When generators are in a steady state, any fluctuations in load can be managed without causing instability or torque imbalance. This allows the generators to effectively share the load based on their respective output and avoid problems such as overloading or underutilizing one unit over the other.

In contrast, if generators are in an idle state, they are not supplying power, leading to no load sharing. In an operational state, this could imply that generators are trying to adjust to load changes but might not yet be stable enough for effective load sharing. Similarly, in a discharge state, where battery systems are typically discharging power, the focus is on battery management rather than synchronized operation of generators. Therefore, the steady state provides the necessary conditions for successful load sharing.