Transformer‐less unified power flow controller in medium voltage distribution networks

Autor:	Mohamed A. Abdelrahman, Sheng Wang, Wenlong Ming, Jianzhong Wu, Nick Jenkins
Jazyk:	angličtina
Rok vydání:	2023
Předmět:	distribution networks flexible alternating current transmission system (FACTS) power control power electronics voltage‐source convertors Distribution or transmission of electric power TK3001-3521 Production of electric energy or power. Powerplants. Central stations TK1001-1841
Zdroj:	IET Generation, Transmission & Distribution, Vol 17, Iss 6, Pp 1243-1255 (2023)
Druh dokumentu:	article
ISSN:	1751-8695 1751-8687
DOI:	10.1049/gtd2.12730
Popis:	Abstract A transformer‐less unified power flow controller (UPFC) is a power electronic device consisting of series and shunt voltage source converters (VSCs) that are not connected to a common DC bus. It can control power flow in medium voltage (MV) distribution networks without the need for interfacing transformers. Hence there is a significant reduction in size and cost compared to a conventional UPFC. This paper investigates the operating range of a transformer‐less UPFC in an MV distribution network and the required power ratings of the series and shunt converters. The results showed that a transformer‐less UPFC is able to provide active power control using partially rated converters. However, its ability to control reactive power is limited by the current ratings of the converters. The analysis was verified using software simulation and hardware experiment.
Databáze:	Directory of Open Access Journals
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