scholarly journals An electronic solution for the direct connection of a three-phase induction generator to a single-phase feeder

2009 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 417-426 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ricardo Q. Machado ◽  
Amílcar F. Q. Gonçalves ◽  
Simone Buso ◽  
José A. Pomilio
Keyword(s):  
Power Quality ◽  
Power Flow ◽  
Power Plants ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Induction Generator ◽  
Direct Connection ◽  
Hydro Power ◽  
Pwm Inverter ◽  
Three Phase

This paper proposes a solution for the direct connection of a three-phase induction generator to a single-phase feeder. This high power quality system is intended to be used in micro-hydro power plants applications with control of the water flow. It is employed to maintain the speed of the induction generator greater than its synchronous value. The difference between the generated power and the power consumed by the local load flows through the single-phase feeder. The power flow control is provided by a three-phase PWM inverter that additionally guarantees the local power quality. A system with good power quality must have sinusoidal and constant amplitude voltages, fixed frequency operation, balanced induction generator voltages and currents, harmonics and reactive power compensation. The paper describes the inverter control strategy, presents design criteria of the controllers, and shows experimental results.

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

scholarly journals Symmetrical Angle Switched Single-Phase and Three-Phase Rectifiers: Application to Micro Hydro Power Plants

2019 ◽  
Vol 52 (4) ◽  
pp. 216-221
Author(s):  
H. Bory ◽  
L. Vazquez ◽  
H. Martínez ◽  
Y. Majanne
Keyword(s):  
Power Plants ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Hydro Power ◽  
Three Phase ◽  
Hydro Power Plants

Voltage Control of Single-Phase Two Winding Self Excited Induction Generator Using SVC-MERS for Isolated System

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 901
Author(s):  
Fransisco Danang Wijaya ◽  
Hartanto Prabowo
Keyword(s):  
Single Phase ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Voltage Regulation ◽  
Induction Generator ◽  
Prime Mover ◽  
Small Power ◽  
Load Variations ◽  
Three Phase ◽  
Generator Voltage ◽  
Effective Cost

Single-phase induction generator is very suitable to be used in the typical loads which only need a single-phase power supply with small power capacity requirement, such as diesel engine, picohydro or small wind plant. It has some advantages such as rugged, effective cost, maintenance free and require no external excitation. However, it has inductive characteristic which makes poor voltage regulation. This paper proposed a shunt reactive compensator called SVC-MERS which can provide a variable reactive power to maintain the generator voltage despite of load variations. The experiment was conducted on single-phase two winding induction generator coupled by a three-phase induction motor which serves as the prime mover. SVC-MERS and the load are connected in shunt to the main winding, while the excitation capacitor was connected to the auxiliary winding. The experimental results showed that SVC-MERS can improve voltage regulation and substantially enhanced steady state loading limit.

scholarly journals A New Grid-Connected Constant Frequency Three-Phase Induction Generator System under Unbalanced-Voltage Conditions

Electronics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 938
Author(s):  
Mohammadreza Moradian ◽  
Jafar Soltani ◽  
Gholam Reza Arab Markadeh ◽  
Hossein Shahinzadeh ◽  
Yassine Amirat
Keyword(s):  
Reactive Power ◽  
Sliding Mode ◽  
Pi Controller ◽  
Induction Generator ◽  
Stator Winding ◽  
Prime Mover ◽  
Generator System ◽  
Constant Frequency ◽  
Pwm Inverter ◽  
Three Phase

This paper presents a new constant frequency, direct grid-connected wind-based induction generator system (IGS). The proposed system includes a six-phase cage rotor with two separate three-phase balanced stator windings and a three-phase SV-PWM inverter which is used as a STATCOM. The first stator winding is connected to the STATCOM and is used to excite the machine. The main frequency of the STATCOM is considered to be constant and equal to the main grid frequency. In the second stator winding, the frequency of the induced emf is equal to the constant frequency, so the generator output frequency is independent of the load power demand and its prime mover speed. The second stator winding is directly connected to the main grid without an intermediate back-to-back converter. In order to regulate the IGS output active and reactive power components, a sliding mode control (SMC) is designed. Assuming unbalanced three-phase voltages for the main grid, a second SMC is developed to remove the machine output’s negative sequence currents. Moreover, a conventional PI controller is used to force the average exchanging active power between the machine and STATCOM to zero. This PI controller generates the reference value of the rotor angular speed. An adjustable speed pitch angle-controlled wind turbine is used as the IGS’s prime mover. The effectiveness and capability of the proposed control scheme have been supported by the simulation results.

scholarly journals Effect of Symmetrically Switched Rectifier Topologies on the Frequency Regulation of Standalone Micro-Hydro Power Plants

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (11) ◽  
pp. 3201
Author(s):  
Henry Bory ◽  
Jose L. Martin ◽  
Iñigo Martinez de Alegria ◽  
Luis Vazquez
Keyword(s):  
Power Factor ◽  
Power Plants ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Alternating Current ◽  
Frequency Regulation ◽  
Hydro Power ◽  
Major Energy Source ◽  
Hydro Power Plants ◽  
Electronic Load ◽  
Ac Converters

Micro-hydro power plants (μHPPs) are a major energy source in grid-isolated zones because they do not require reservoirs and dams to be built. μHPPs operate in a standalone mode, but a continuously varying load generates voltage unbalances and frequency fluctuations which can cause long-term damage to plant components. One method of frequency regulation is the use of alternating current-alternating current (AC-AC) converters as an electronic load controller (ELC). The disadvantage of AC-AC converters is reactive power consumption with the associated decrease in both the power factor and the capacity of the alternator to deliver current. To avoid this disadvantage, we proposed two rectifier topologies combined with symmetrical switching. However, the performance of the frequency regulation loop with each topology remains unknown. Therefore, the objective of this work was to evaluate the performance of the frequency regulation loop when each topology, with a symmetrical switching form, was inserted. A MATLAB® model was implemented to simulate the frequency loop. The results from a μHPP case study in a small Cuban rural community called ‘Los Gallegos’ showed that the performance of the frequency regulation loop using the proposed topologies satisfied the standard frequency regulation and increased both the power factor and current delivery capabilities of the alternator.

scholarly journals Performance Analysis of Grid Integrated Hydro and Solar Based Hybrid Systems

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sweeka Meshram ◽  
Ganga Agnihotri ◽  
Sushma Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Power Flow ◽  
Power Plants ◽  
Energy Systems ◽  
Constant Current ◽  
Generation System ◽  
Hydro Power ◽  
Current Controller ◽  
Solar Inverter ◽  
Utility Grid ◽  
Continuous Power

The renewable energy systems (RESs) are an attractive option to electrify the community as they are environment friendly, free of cost, and all-pervading. The efficiency of these energy systems is very low and can be improved by integrating them in parallel. In this paper, hydro (7.5 kW) and solar systems (10 kW) are taken as RESs and connected with the utility grid. Due to the intermittent nature of both the hydro and photovoltaic energy sources, utility grid is connected to the system for ensuring the continuous power flow. The hydro power generation system uses the self excited induction generator (SEIG) and converters. The AC/DC/AC converter is used as interface to connect the hydro turbine to the utility grid to adjust the generated voltage to the utility grid voltage. The solar generation system is the combination of PV array, boost converter, and solar inverter. The control of both the hydro and solar power plants is provided through the constant current controller. The analysis has been done to verify the existence of the proposed system. Results demonstrate that the proposed system is able to be put into service and can feed the community.

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