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Area of Science:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Power Systems
  • Renewable Energy Integration

Background:

  • Grid stability is challenged by the integration of intermittent renewable energy sources.
  • Conventional methods for integrating Self-Excited Induction Generators (SEIGs) often involve complex DC conversion stages.
  • Virtual Synchronous Generator (VSG) control offers a promising approach for grid stability but requires optimization for parallel operation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a novel Adaptive Predictive Virtual Synchronous Generator (AP-VSG) control strategy.
  • To enhance grid stability and facilitate seamless integration of parallel-connected SEIGs.
  • To reduce system complexity and conversion losses by enabling direct AC domain parallel operation.

Main Methods:

  • Implemented adaptive inertia (H) and damping (D) mechanisms with real-time adjustments based on grid frequency and Rate of Change of Frequency (RoCoF).
  • Utilized multi-objective predictive optimization for enhanced control performance.
  • Validated the strategy through experimental testing with parallel-connected 2.2 kW and 5.5 kW SEIGs.

Main Results:

  • Achieved a 56% reduction in maximum RoCoF and a 33% improvement in frequency nadir.
  • Demonstrated enhanced damping ratio (41%) and robust fault ride-through capability, including voltage recovery within 100 ms.
  • Reduced control effort by 36.7% while maintaining stability margins and limiting current to 1.5 pu.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed AP-VSG control strategy significantly improves grid stability and frequency regulation for parallel-connected SEIGs.
  • The AC domain parallel operation effectively reduces system complexity and conversion losses compared to conventional methods.
  • Experimental results confirm the robustness and effectiveness of the AP-VSG control under various grid disturbances.