Design and Performance of a PV-STATCOM for Enhancement of Power Quality in Micro Grid Applications

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 1408 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lakshman Naik P ◽  
K Palanisamy
Keyword(s):  
Power Quality ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Electrical Power ◽  
Test System ◽  
Green Energy ◽  
Integrated System ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Power Demand

<p>The Green Energy sources (solar, wind) are performing a vigorous role to reach the electrical power demand. Due to the presence of non-linear loads, reactive loads in the distribution system and the injection of wind power into the grid integrated system results power quality issues like current harmonics, voltage fluctuations, reactive power demand etc. This paper mainly investigates the designing and satisfactory performance evaluation of solar farm as PV-STATCOM (Static Synchronous Compensator) for enhancement of power quality in grid tie system by using MATLAB environment (Simulink). The proportional and integral (PI) Controller and Hysteresis Current Controller (HCC) were effectively utilized to inject the desired current from voltage source converter (VSC) based PV-STATCOM at PCC for the mitigation of quality related problems in the proposed test system.</p>

Star/Hexagon Transformer Based Three-Phase Four-Wire DSTATCOM for Power Quality Improvement

2008 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bhim Singh ◽  
Jayaprakash Pychadathil ◽  
Dwarkadas Pralhaddas Kothari
Keyword(s):  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Power Quality ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Voltage Regulation ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Three Phase ◽  
Power Quality Improvement

A new topology of DSTATCOM (distribution static compensator) is proposed for power quality improvement in three-phase four-wire distribution systems. A three-leg VSC (Voltage Source Converter) is integrated with a star/hexagon transformer for the compensation of reactive power for voltage regulation or for power factor correction along with load balancing, elimination of harmonics currents and neutral current compensation. The star/hexagon connected transformer provides a path to the zero sequence current in a three-phase four-wire distribution system. In order to optimize the voltage rating of the VSC, the star/hexagon transformer is designed to have a suitable voltage rating for the secondary windings for integrating the three-leg VSC. This transformer connection provides the selection of 'off the shelf' VSC for this application and it also provides isolation for the VSC system. The performance of the proposed DSTATCOM system is validated through simulations using MATLAB software with its Simulink and Power System Block set (PSB) toolboxes.

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 Analysis of Three Phase 3-Level NPC Voltage Source Converter for AC-DC Conversion

2020 ◽  
Vol 06 (09) ◽  
pp. 144-148
Author(s):  
A Divya Teja and Dr. N Sambasiva Rao
Keyword(s):  
Power Quality ◽  
Power Flow ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Neutral Point ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Phase 3 ◽  
Control Techniques ◽  
Point Potential ◽  
Three Phase

The use of power electronic converters influences the generation of harmonics and reactive power flow in power system. Therefore, three-phase multilevel improved power quality AC-DC converters are gaining lot of popularity in power conversion applications. This work deals with critical problem of multilevel structure i.e neutral point potential (NPP) variation. In this paper, a simplified current controlled scheme is presented to ensure unity power factor operation. Neutral point potential (NPP) of three-phase, 3-level NPC AC-DC converter is controlled by modifying control signal in the controller using NPP regulator. An auxiliary circuit is being presented in this paper as an alternative option for controlling the neutral point potential of the converter. Comparison has been carried out between these control techniques in terms of power quality. A complete mathematical model is presented for better understanding of both techniques used for NPP control. The presented control techniques has been verified through simulation investigations and validated

A New Control Algorithm for Three-Phase, Four-Wire Unified Power Quality Conditioner (UPQC) in Distributing Systems

2012 ◽  
Vol 433-440 ◽  
pp. 6731-6736
Author(s):  
Chandrakant L. Bhattar ◽  
Vilas N. Ghate
Keyword(s):  
Power Quality ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Control Algorithm ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Voltage Regulation ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Inverter ◽  
Unified Power Quality Conditioner ◽  
Three Phase ◽  
Power Quality Conditioner

This paper presents the new control algorithm for three-phase, four-wire distributing system using unified power quality conditioner (UPQC). The UPQC, a combination of series and shunt active filter (AF) with common dc link, is one of the best solution towards the compensation of voltage sag, swell problems and also compensate voltage flicker/imbalance, reactive power, negative sequence current and maintain zero voltage regulation (ZVR) at the point of common coupling (PCC) on distribution system. The series AF is seen by using a three-phase, three leg voltage source inverter (VSI) and the shunt AF is of a three-phase, four leg voltage source inverter (VSI). The proposed model of the UPQC is developed in the MATLAB/SIMULINK environment and the simulation results prove the power quality improvement in the system.

Simulation and Performance Evaluation of Shunt Hybrid Power Filter for Power Quality Improvement Using PQ Theory

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (6) ◽  
pp. 2603 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Balasubramanian ◽  
S. Palani
Keyword(s):  
Power Quality ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Phase Distribution ◽  
Voltage Regulation ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Inverter ◽  
Hybrid Scheme ◽  
Power Theory ◽  
Harmonic Elimination

<p>This work proposes the design of shunt hybrid filter using instantaneous power theory to improve the power quality and simulation has been carried out for 3 phase distribution system feeding different types of non linear loads. The proposed filter consists of parallel combination of 5<sup>th</sup> and 7<sup>th</sup> tuned selective harmonic elimination passive filters, which is connected in series with a small rating IGBTs based voltage source inverter. In this work, principle of compensation and filtering behavior of the system has been discussed in detail. Instantaneous real and reactive power theory based controller has been designed to estimate the reference current from the distorted current. In order to reduce the harmonics, generated reference currents are tracked by voltage source inverter using hysteresis band current controller. The performance of the hybrid scheme is evaluated for various nonlinear loads using Matlab/ Simulink tool. The detailed analysis has been carried out on harmonics reduction and DC bus voltage regulation and the simulation result ensures the feasibility of suggested control strategy. The proposed topology improves the filtering performance of the passive filter in hybrid scheme.</p>

Mitigation of Voltage Fluctuation in Power Distribution System Using D-STATCOM

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 530
Author(s):  
Yahia M Esmail ◽  
S K Elsayed ◽  
M A Mehanna
Keyword(s):  
Power Quality ◽  
Power Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Electrical Power ◽  
Test System ◽  
Control Technique ◽  
Production Environment ◽  
Major Power ◽  
Voltage Fluctuations ◽  
Power Distribution System

<p class="DefaultParagraphFont1" align="center"> </p><p align="center"><strong><em>Abstract</em></strong></p><p><em>         Electrical Power Quality is becoming intensity concerned from both electric utilities and customers. Voltage Fluctuations is a major power quality problem as it has a significant impact on both the equipment and production environment. This work describes the voltage control technique of mitigation of voltage fluctuations and clearing fault using Distribution Static Synchronous Compensator (DSTATCOM). The test system used is IEEE 9-bus distribution system clarified optimal location of DSTATCOM by using Artificial Neural Network (ANN). A simulation was done using MATLAB/Simulink software to obtain the results..</em></p><p> </p>

A Novel Control Strategy Based Dynamic Voltage Restorer for Compensation of Voltage Harmonics in Distribution System

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 338 ◽  
Author(s):  
Syed Suraya ◽  
P. Sujatha P ◽  
Bharat Kumar. P
Keyword(s):  
Power Quality ◽  
Control Strategy ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
Voltage Source Converter ◽  
Dynamic Voltage Restorer ◽  
Voltage Restorer ◽  
Ideal System ◽  
Dynamic Voltage ◽  
Voltage Harmonics

Power quality is one of the areas that the power sector is worried about. Power quality is the measure of practical system resemblance to ideal system. Voltage quality can be defined as the maintenance of voltage waveform shape close to ideal shape with proper magnitude and frequency. Even a slight change in voltage of the system can cause serious damage to the power system. Sensitive loads cannot adjust for small change in voltage. This paper presents Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR) for voltage harmonic suppression along with sag/swell compensation in distribution system. DVR is a voltage source converter which sends compensating signals when operated through switches of voltage source converter. This paper presents a novel control strategy to control DVR to block out the voltage harmonics in distribution system. The models and results are developed using MATLAB/SIMULINK software and comparative analysis of source voltage harmonics and load voltage harmonics during sag/swell compensation was tabulated.

scholarly journals Analysis of voltage sag compensation in distribution systems using a multilevel DSTATCOM in ATP/EMTP

DYNA ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 82 (192) ◽  
pp. 26-36
Author(s):  
Herbert Enrique Rojas-Cubides ◽  
Audrey Soley Cruz-Bernal ◽  
Harvey David Rojas-Cubides
Keyword(s):  
Power Quality ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Test System ◽  
Voltage Sag ◽  
Voltage Sags ◽  
Random Generation ◽  
Power Quality Disturbances ◽  
Static Compensator

<p class="Abstract"><span lang="EN-US">Voltage sags are the most common power quality disturbances in electrical facilities. It may cause malfunction in sensitive equipment and process interruption. The distribution static compensator (DSTATCOM) is a device that can compensate voltage sags by injecting reactive power into distribution system. This paper shows the influence on voltage sags characteristics by the presence of twelve-pulse DSTATCOM in the modified IEEE-13 distribution system. The analysis is performed by means of a random generation of disturbances using a MATLAB routine to identify the critical buses of the test system. Further, the DSTATCOM model taking advantage of the available elements from ATP/EMTP software is described. Simulations show that when DSTATCOM is placed directly to affected bus it is possible to obtain a complete mitigation of the voltage sag. Finally, the relation between the reactive power injected by DSTATCOM, the type of voltage sag and the location of affected bus is considered.</span></p>

scholarly journals Modeling and Analysis of STATCOM for Renewable Energy Farm to Improve Power Quality and Reactive Power Compensation

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 44
Author(s):  
Maria Tariq ◽  
Hina Zaheer ◽  
Tahir Mahmood
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Power Quality ◽  
Hybrid System ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Harmonic Distortion ◽  
Power Demand ◽  
Renewable Energy Resources ◽  
Voltage Profile ◽  
Current Controller

Power Quality (PQ) improvement in grid-integrated photovoltaic (PV) and wind energy hybrid systems for effective power transfer is presented in this paper. Due to interlinked hybrid renewable energy resources and nonlinear loads, various issues arise which affect the power quality, i.e., voltage sag, harmonic distortion increases, and also reactive power demand. In order to mitigate these issues, flexible alternating current transmission system (FACTS) devices are utilized. In this paper, hysteresis band current controller (HBCC)-based static synchronous compensator (STATCOM) is modeled to reduce PQ problems. HBCC is a robust and simple technique to improve voltage profile, reduce total harmonic distortion (THD) and fulfill the reactive power demand. Two case scenarios of the hybrid system, i.e., (I) grid integrated hybrid system without HBCC (II) grid integrated hybrid system with HBCC, are tested. Results demonstrate that under scenario II, load bus voltage is regulated at 1.0 p.u., THD of system voltage and current is reduced 0.25% and 0.35%, respectively, and reactive power demand of 30 kVAR is fulfilled. The HBCC was designed for reducing THD of the system with the limits specified by standards IEEE 519-1992 STATCOM using hysteresis band current controller to improve power quality in the distribution system which is simulated using MATLAB/SIMULINK. After that, the performance of the system is better in terms of power quality.

scholarly journals Power Quality Analysis of Distribution System Integrated with Multiple PVs

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 166-170
Keyword(s):  
Power Quality ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Harmonic Distortion ◽  
Test System ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Quality Analysis ◽  
Major Power ◽  
Voltage Deviation ◽  
The Impact

In this work, the Impact of integration of multiple Photo Voltaic distributed generators (PV-DGs) on power quality of the distribution system is analyzed under static and dynamic loads. Major power quality parameters considered for the analysis are voltage deviation (VD), Total Real power and reactive power line losses (PT L & QT L) and Total Harmonic Distortion of Voltage at Buses (THDv ). Test system considered for the study is the IEEE-9 bus test system and types of loads considered are Static RL and Induction motors. Modeling and simulation of test system, PVs and Induction motor loads are carriedoutinMATLAB/SIMULINK software package

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