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87 articles for “Reactive Power”
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A Novel PWM Based STATCOM Controller for Power Quality Enhancement in Distributed System
Abstract: Static Synchronous Compensator has the capability for the improvement in damping factor and stability by managing the reactive power output. As the STATCOM will itself absorb the reactive power which comes from the distribution line when we apply the capacitive load. To get the higher performance of STATCOM we are mainly depend over control algorithms. As the real power factor has been absorb by the STATCOM at the time when …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Adaptive-Hysteresis Current Controller Based Shunt Active Power Line Conditioners for Power Quality Improvements
Abstract: This paper presents three-phase shunt active power line conditioners (APLC) for harmonics and reactive powercompensation due to non-linear loads in the distribution network. The compensation process proposed is asinusoidal extraction control method, which consists of positive-sequence voltage detector for regulating thesupply voltage and instantaneous reactive power (p-q) theory for fundamental extraction from the distorted linecurrent. The shunt active filter voltage source inverter’s switching pulses are generated through an adaptivehysteresiscurrent controller …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2-3, 2011 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Electrical Data Monitoring, Controlling and Power Factor Correction Using PIC18F458
Abstract: Nowadays, the power quality of the AC system has become of great importance due to the rapidly increased in electronic equipment, power electronics devices and high voltage power system equipment. Commercial and domestic industries in the country have large electrical loads which are generally inductive in nature causing lagging power factor which gives high penalties to the consumer by electricity board. Power factor correction is the absorbing capacity of the …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Strengthening Low Voltage Ride-Through in Wind Energy Systems: A Comparative Study of DVR and STATCOM
Abstract: This study looks at the various methods used to improve the low-voltage ride-through (LVRT) capabilities of wind turbine systems (WT) that are based on double-fed induction generators (DFIG). The Type-III WT machine, which is mostly based on DFIG, is instantly connected to the grid without the digital power interface, making the terminal voltage or reactive electricity output unmanageable. This is because the world utilizes between 20% and 25% of renewable …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 47–62 Read article
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Power Losses Reduced by using Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO)
Abstract: Due to the increasing price of electricity, it is very critical to accomplish an optimal decrease in active (real) losses throughout power transmission. The lowering of these failures is essential so because values of leakage losses in coastal lines are quite strong and result in significant transverse active losses. Load unbalancing is the biggest problem of the electricity network and SVC is stronger able to correct the malfunction of the …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 6–19 Read article
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Study of Load Frequency Control
Abstract: This paper is an attempt to study the control of active and reactive power in order to keep the system in the steady state. In addition, simple models of the essential components used in control system are analyzed. The objective of the control strategy is to generate and deliver power in an interconnected system as economically and reliably as possible while marinating the voltage and frequency within permissible limits. These …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 73–79 Read article
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A Combination of Shunt Hybrid Active Power Filter and SVC for Power Quality Improvement
Abstract: Power quality problems have become the most important concern nowadays. Custom power devices (CPD) provide a solution for these power quality problems. There are various types of custom power devices. Out of these devices, harmonic filters are considered in this paper. Passive filter and active filter are combined to form shunt hybrid active power filter, (SHAPF). This paper proposes a hybrid device for power quality improvement. The device includes combination …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Harmonic Mitigation in Shunt Active Power Filter Regulation Approaches with Synchronous Reference Frame: An Extensive Analysis
Abstract: The Shunt Active Power Filter (SAPF) is discussed in this work as a means of removing line-side current harmonics. The Voltage Source Inverter (VSI) topology serves as the foundation for the Active Power Filter. It resolves the power system's harmonic current issue. Additionally, it balances the load on three phases and compensates for reactive power (if load is unbalanced). After measuring load current, it switches to the dq0 coordinate system. …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 6–15 Read article
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Enhancement of LVRT Capability in DFIG based Microgrids Using STATCOM
Abstract: The improvement of a grid-connected wind microgrid's Low Voltage Ride-Through (LVRT) capability using a Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM) is investigated in this research. The increasing penetration of wind energy into modern power systems necessitates advanced control strategies to maintain grid stability during voltage disturbances and fault conditions. In this study, a STATCOM is employed with an effectively tuned PI controller to provide enhanced dynamic response, voltage regulation, and reactive power …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 44–57 Read article
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Artificial Neural Network Based SVC Switching At Distribution System for Minimal Injected Harmonics
Abstract: Electrical distribution system grieves from various problems like reactive power burden, unbalanced loading, voltage regulation and harmonic distortion. However DSTATCOMS are ideal solutions for such systems, they are not popular because of the cost and complexity of control involved. Phase wise balanced reactive power compensations are essential for fast changing loads needing dynamic power factor correcting devices leading to terminal voltage stabilization. Static Var Compensators (SVCs) remain ideal choice for …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 41–47 Read article
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Development of Slip Power Recovery Scheme sing Buck-Boost Chopper for Performance enhancement of Wound Rotor IM Drive
Abstract: This paper presents the mathematical modeling and testing of wound rotor induction motor drive (WRIMD) to develop the slip power recovery scheme (SPRS) using buck-boost chopper control techniques improving the performance of drive. The main focus of this research work is on the understanding of methodological development of Simulink model of SPRS. Various mathematical equations describing performance characteristics of WRIMD using SPRS with buck-boost chopper are derived. The performance parameters …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 44–63 Read article
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Automatic Power Factor Enhancement System Utilizing Arduino
Abstract: This paper presents the design and implementation of an automatic power factor enhancement system using Arduino. The system is designed to improve the power factor of an AC load by automatically adjusting the connection of power factor correction capacitors based on real-time measurements. The Arduino microcontroller is used to measure the power factor of the load using a current sensor and a voltage sensor. Based on the measured power factor, …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Control of a Grid-Connected Variable Speed Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator Based Wind Power Generation System
Abstract: Variable speed wind turbines are more efficient compared to their fixed speed counterparts since maximum power is extracted over a wide range of wind speeds. In this work a grid-connected wind power generation system is modeled and implemented in Matlab/Simulink using a permanent magnet synchronous generator. A back to back space vector pulse width modulated voltage source converter converts the variable frequency generator currents and voltages into DC, then back …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 8–24 Read article
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Control of a Three Phase Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System with Maximum Power Point Tracking
Abstract: The power output of a photovoltaic system is greatly dependent on environmental conditions such as solar irradiation and ambient temperature. Due to the nonlinear nature of these conditions, the power output of the PV system is nonlinear. As a result, interfacing its output to the electrical grid is not possible. In order to achieve a grid connected photovoltaic (PV) system, controlled maximum power point tracking techniques are needed to obtain …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 52–64 Read article
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Voltage Stability Assessment of Wind Integrated System for Variable Wind Speed with FACTS Devices
Abstract: Requirement of power utilization is increasing exponentially both by industrial usage as well as in our day-to-day life due to inclusion of latest developments in the technology and automation. So, increase of power generation from conventional as well as non-conventional type of energy resources to meet these challenges is also needed. This increase in power generation is not possible alone by existing methods. Wind energy and integration of wind energy …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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APF for Mitigation of Current Harmonics with p–q and Id–Iq Control Strategies using PI Controller
Abstract: Due to a large amount of non-linear power electronic equipments, impact and fluctuating loads (such as that ofarc furnace, heavy merchant mill and electric locomotive, etc), problems of power quality have become moreand more serious with each passing day, as a result Active power filter (APF) gains much more attention due toexcellent harmonic compensation. But still the performance of the active filter seems to be in contradictions withdifferent control strategies. …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2-3, 2011 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Overview of HVDC Power Transmission Technologies
Abstract: The demand for electricity has been growing very fast with a high impact on global environment conditions. The solution for this is grid access of large amounts of renewable energy resources. This makes the power system complex. A smart solution for this problem is the development of HVDC transmission systems. HVDC is well established and niche technology, which offers reliable long distance bulk energy transmission. There are two types of …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Control Strategies for Shunt Active Power Filters in Total Harmonic Distortion Reduction: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: This paperwork presents a single-phase shunt active power filter to reduce total harmonic distortion.Harmonic pollution in the power system has increased significantly because of the widespread usage of nonlinearsingle phase power electronic equipment on the low voltage side. For electrical engineers, improving powerquality has emerged as their greatest obstacle. A single-phase shunt active power filter was constructed inMATLAB/SIMULINK using a voltage supply inverter and a hysteresis current regulator. The performance …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 30–42 Read article
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Power Quality Enhancement in Distribution System using D-STATCOM
Abstract: New solutions based on power electronics have been developed to safeguard commercial and industrial clients against power quality issues on the electrical distribution system, referred to as Custom Power Products. Custom power devices are classified into three categories by their structures such as dynamic voltage regulator (DVR), distribution static compensator (STATCOM) and unified power quality compensator (UPQC).The Distribution Static Compensator (D-STATCOM), one of the custom power product, is a shunt-connected …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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A Review on STATCOM Controller for Power Quality Enhancement in Distributed System
Abstract: New technologies, using power Electronics-based concepts, have been Developed to provide protection for Commercial and industrial customers from Power quality problems on the electrical Distribution system known as Custom Power Products. Custom power devices are classified into three categories by their structures such as dynamic voltage regulator (DVR), distribution static compensator (STATCOM) and unified power quality compensator (UPQC).The Distribution Static Compensator (D-STATCOM), one of the custom power product, is a …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 24–29 Read article