Advanced Control Techniques for Power Quality Enhancement in Off-Grid Wind Power Systems
| International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering |
| © 2023 by SSRG - IJEEE Journal |
| Volume 10 Issue 10 |
| Year of Publication : 2023 |
| Authors : T. Devaraju, M. Pala Prasad Reddy, D. Sujatha, R. Ravikumar, A. Munisankar, V. Senthilkumar |
10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V10I10P105
How to Cite?
T. Devaraju, M. Pala Prasad Reddy, D. Sujatha, R. Ravikumar, A. Munisankar, V. Senthilkumar, "Advanced Control Techniques for Power Quality Enhancement in Off-Grid Wind Power Systems," SSRG International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, vol. 10, no. 10, pp. 40-53, 2023. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V10I10P105
Abstract:
Renewable energy output, particularly from wind power, is dependent on unpredictability due to its reliance on climate conditions. Due to this fluctuation, relying only on these sources for a steady power supply is impractical. A constant power source becomes even more crucial in areas where grid electrification is difficult, such as distant locations. To address this problem, the concept of an Isolated Wind Power Generation System (IWPGS) has arisen, designed to operate under variable wind and load situations. However, IWPGS systems suffer power quality issues. Power electronic interfaces can cause harmonics and power quality degradation, nonlinear loads coupled to the system, and the reactive power consumption generated by these loads. This paper presents an Active Power Filter (APF) to solve the power quality issues related to IWPGS. The APF is a device that improves power quality by adjusting for harmonics, reactive power, and other electrical system disturbances. A thorough analysis of numerous indexes proves the APF’s performance. These metrics assess the APF’s performance in reducing harmonics, improving power factor, and improving the overall power output quality in the IWPGS. This research aims to demonstrate that including an APF into an IWPGS can significantly enhance its power quality, making it a more stable and sustainable energy source, especially in distant places where grid connection is not always possible.
Keywords:
Power quality enhancement, Wind energy integration, Voltage regulation, Pulse Width Modulation, Total Harmonic Distortion.
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