Optimal D-STATCOM Placement Tool for Low Voltage Grids

Active Low Voltage Grids

Optimal Placement and Sizing of Distributed Battery Storage in Low Voltage Grids for Receding Horizon Control Strategies

In this paper we present a novel methodology for leveraging Receding Horizon Control (RHC), also known as Model Predictive Control (MPC) strategies for distributed battery storage in a planning problem using a Benders decomposition technique. Longer prediction horizons lead to better storage placement strategies but also higher computational complexity that can quickly become computationally pr...

PSCAD Simulation Model of D-Statcom for Voltage Sag Improvement

This paper deals with the modeling and simulation of Distribution Static Compensator (D-STATCOM) for voltage sag mitigation. The D-STATCOM simulation model consists of 12-pulse inverter, which is connected in shunt with the system. A generalized sinusoidal pulse width modulation (SPWM) technique was developed in the proposed controller for fast control action of the D-STATCOM. Simulations of th...

Design of DC Voltage Control for D-STATCOM

This paper presents the DC voltage control design of D-STATCOM when the D-STATCOM is used for load voltage regulation. Although, the DC voltage can be controlled by active current of the D-STATCOM, reactive current still affects the DC voltage. To eliminate this effect, the control strategy with elimination effect of the reactive current is proposed and the results of the control with and witho...

Optimal Placement and Sizing of Battery Storage to Increase the Pv Hosting Capacity of Low Voltage Grids

The purpose of this thesis is to investigate the cost-optimal placement and sizing of battery storage as a PV integration measure in the distribution grid level. Additionally, potential synergies between PV generation, battery storage, smart PV curtailment and electric mobility are also explored within this thesis. Accordingly, a versatile optimization tool has been developed in order to identi...