Abstract
This paper proposes a new Smart-Load concept using AC drives. The concept is based on a secondary control layer coordinated with the network and the load to provide active power support. The general Smart-Load concept is developed and synthesized for its practical implementation in network power–frequency support applications. A multi power-frequency droop line is proposed. The final idea is applied to a fan load powered by an AC drive based on an induction motor and a two level voltage source converter. Experimental results show that a full power-frequency response can be achieved by the Smart- Load within 2s of the network frequency deviation.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1342-1353 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion |
| Volume | 33 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| Early online date | 12 Mar 2018 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2018 |
Keywords
- AC drives
- FPGA
- Power–Frequency Support
- Smart-Loads
- Vector Control
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IEEE Transactions Energy Conversion 2018-19 Best paper
Carmona Sanchez, Jesus (Recipient), Barnes, Mike (Recipient) & Apsley, Judith (Recipient), 22 Nov 2019
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