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This study introduces a new method for locating DC-link faults in multi-terminal high-voltage direct current (MT-HVDC) networks. The approach uses artificial neural networks (ANNs) and Bayesian optimization for accurate fault site determination.

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Area of Science:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Power Systems
  • Artificial Intelligence

Background:

  • Accurate fault location is critical for the stability and reliability of multi-terminal high-voltage direct current (MT-HVDC) networks.
  • Existing methods may face challenges with accuracy and computational efficiency in complex grid structures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a robust and accurate probabilistic model for determining the location of DC-link faults in MT-HVDC systems.
  • To enhance fault detection and localization efficiency using advanced computational techniques.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized discrete wavelet transforms (DWTs) for signal processing and feature extraction from observed waveforms.
  • Employed Bayesian optimization (BO) to optimize multilayer artificial neural networks (ANNs), specifically feedforward neural networks (FFNNs) trained with Levenberg-Marquardt backpropagation (LMBP).
  • Feature vectors were selected based on waveform norm values across various frequency bands, with a denoising scheme integrated into the ANN training.

Main Results:

  • The proposed algorithm achieved a high level of accuracy, with an overall percentage error of 0.5144% across a wide range of fault resistances (10 to 485 Ω).
  • The method demonstrated the capability to precisely estimate fault locations up to a resolution of 485 Ω.
  • Simulation results confirmed the robustness and accuracy of the developed fault localization technique.

Conclusions:

  • The integrated approach of DWT, BO, and ANNs provides an effective solution for MT-HVDC fault location.
  • The proposed method offers improved accuracy and robustness compared to existing techniques, contributing to enhanced power system reliability.
  • The computational load is reduced while maintaining high precision, making it suitable for practical applications.