scholarly journals An accurate analysis method for transient characteristics of DC line faults in voltage source converter‐based DC systems

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhengguang Xiao ◽  
Xiaodong Zheng ◽  
Yangyang He ◽  
Nengling Tai ◽  
Chunju Fan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Accurate Analysis ◽  
Transient Characteristics ◽  
Dc Line

scholarly journals Assessment of Appropriate MMC Topology Considering DC Fault Handling Performance of Fault Protection Devices

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 1834 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ho-Yun Lee ◽  
Mansoor Asif ◽  
Kyu-Hoon Park ◽  
Bang-Wook Lee
Keyword(s):  
Fault Location ◽  
Circuit Breaker ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Fault Current ◽  
Handling Performance ◽  
Fault Handling ◽  
Current Magnitude ◽  
Dc Line

The eventual goal of high-voltage direct-voltage (HVDC) systems is to implement HVDC grids. The modular multilevel converter (MMC) has been identified as the best candidate for the realization of an HVDC grid by eliminating the shortcomings of conventional voltage source converter (VSC) technology. The related research has focused on efficient control schemes, new MMC topologies, and operational characteristics of an MMC in a DC grid, but there is little understanding about the fault handling capability of two mainstream MMC topologies, i.e., half bridge (HB) and full bridge (FB) MMCs in combination with an adequate protection device. Contrary to the existing research where the fault location is usually fixed (center of the line), this paper considered a variable fault location on the DC line, so as to compare the fault interruption time and maximum fault current magnitude. From the point of view of fault interruption, AC and DC side transient analyses were performed for both MMC topologies to suggest the appropriate topology. The simulation result confirmed that the fault handling performance of an HB-MMC with a DC circuit breaker is superior due to the smaller fault current magnitude, faster interruption time, lower overvoltage magnitude, and lesser stresses on the insulation of the DC grid.

Inductor Saturation Compensation in Three-Phase Three-Wire Voltage-Source Converters via Inverse System Dynamics-I

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ziya Özkan ◽  
Ahmet Masum Hava
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Model ◽  
Dynamic Performance ◽  
Current Control ◽  
Inverse System ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Two Phase ◽  
Inverse Dynamic ◽  
Three Phase ◽  
Steady State Current

In three-phase three-wire (3P3W) voltage-source converter (VSC) systems, utilization of filter inductors with deep saturation characteristics is often advantageous due to the improved size, cost, and efficiency. However, with the use of conventional synchronous frame current control (CSCC) methods, the inductor saturation results in significant dynamic performance loss and poor steady-state current waveform quality. This paper proposes an inverse dynamic model based compensation (IDMBC) method to overcome these performance issues. Accordingly, a review of inductor saturation and core materials is performed, and the motivation on the use of saturable inductors is clarified. Then, two-phase exact modelling of the 3P3W VSC control system is obtained and the drawbacks of CSCC have been demonstrated analytically. Based on the exact modelling, the inverse system dynamic model of the nonlinear system is obtained and employed such that the nonlinear plant is converted to a fictitious linear inductor system for linear current regulators to perform satisfactorily.

scholarly journals Distribution system power quality compensation using a HSeAPF based on SRF and SMC features

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akram Qashou ◽  
Sufian Yousef ◽  
Abdallah A. Smadi ◽  
Amani A. AlOmari
Keyword(s):  
Power Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Sliding Mode ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Harmonic Distortion ◽  
Phase Locked Loop ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Non Linear

AbstractThe purpose of this paper is to describe the design of a Hybrid Series Active Power Filter (HSeAPF) system to improve the quality of power on three-phase power distribution grids. The system controls are comprise of Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) based on the Synchronous Reference Frame (SRF) theory, and supported by Phase Locked Loop (PLL) for generating the switching pulses to control a Voltage Source Converter (VSC). The DC link voltage is controlled by Non-Linear Sliding Mode Control (SMC) for faster response and to ensure that it is maintained at a constant value. When this voltage is compared with Proportional Integral (PI), then the improvements made can be shown. The function of HSeAPF control is to eliminate voltage fluctuations, voltage swell/sag, and prevent voltage/current harmonics are produced by both non-linear loads and small inverters connected to the distribution network. A digital Phase Locked Loop that generates frequencies and an oscillating phase-locked output signal controls the voltage. The results from the simulation indicate that the HSeAPF can effectively suppress the dynamic and harmonic reactive power compensation system. Also, the distribution network has a low Total Harmonic Distortion (< 5%), demonstrating that the designed system is efficient, which is an essential requirement when it comes to the IEEE-519 and IEC 61,000–3-6 standards.

scholarly journals Reliability Assessment of a Multi-State HVDC System by Combining Markov and Matrix-Based Methods

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (11) ◽  
pp. 3097
Author(s):  
Roberto Benato ◽  
Antonio Chiarelli ◽  
Sebastian Dambone Sessa
Keyword(s):  
Current System ◽  
Estimation Method ◽  
Reliability Estimation ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Hvdc System ◽  
Critical Elements ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
The Impact

The purpose of this paper is to highlight that, in order to assess the availability of different HVDC cable transmission systems, a more detailed characterization of the cable management significantly affects the availability estimation since the cable represents one of the most critical elements of such systems. The analyzed case study consists of a multi-terminal direct current system based on both line commutated converter and voltage source converter technologies in different configurations, whose availability is computed for different transmitted power capacities. For these analyses, the matrix-based reliability estimation method is exploited together with the Monte Carlo approach and the Markov state space one. This paper shows how reliability analysis requires a deep knowledge of the real installation conditions. The impact of these conditions on the reliability evaluation and the involved benefits are also presented.

Real power regulation design for multi-terminal VSC-HVDC systems

2013 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Guo-Jie Li ◽  
Si-Ye Ruan ◽  
Tek Lie
Keyword(s):  
Control Strategy ◽  
Control Mode ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Real Power ◽  
The Real ◽  
Hvdc System ◽  
High Voltage Direct Current ◽  
Power Regulation ◽  
Regulation Functions

AbstractA multi-terminal voltage-source-converter (VSC) based high voltage direct current (HVDC) system is concerned for its flexibility and reliability. In this study, a control strategy for multiple VSCs is proposed to auto-share the real power variation without changing control mode, which is based on “dc voltage droop” power regulation functions. With the proposed power regulation design, the multiple VSCs automatically share the real power change and the VSC-HVDC system is stable even under loss of any one converter while there is no overloading for any individual converter. Simulation results show that it is effective to balance real power for power disturbance and thus improves operation reliability for the multi-terminal VSC-HVDC system by the proposed control strategy.

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