Generator reserve capacity control system and network

The present subject matter relates to methods, systems, and networks for making available identified generator reserve capacity to provided compensation for lost generator capacity on a temporary basis. The present subject matter provides for increasing the power output (P) of currently operating synchronous generators to provide substantially instantaneous supply of additional power upon loss of other generating capability. The system takes into consideration and makes available to system operators the general availability of additional real power output capability (of operating generators even though such power generation may be provided at less than optimal operating characteristics of the individual generators providing the additional power.