Power Factor Control of Solar Photovoltaic Inverter as a Solution to Overvoltage

Norhasmi, Nur Nadiah Faizura; Raveendran, Shangari K.; Ramachandaramurthy, Vigna K.

doi:10.1109/appeec.2018.8566582

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“…It is essential to comprehend how an inverter interacts with the grid when operating under constant power factor conditions, particularly for the successful integration of renewable energy sources. This is because such interactions can influence grid stability and efficiency [19,20]. In our upcoming test, we will explore the inverter's constant power factor (pf) mode, setting it to a 0.95 lagging power factor.…”

Section: Constant Power Factor Modementioning

confidence: 99%

Power Hardware-in-the-Loop Smart Inverter Testing with Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems

Chang,

Vanfretti

2024

Electronics

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The increasing integration of grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) inverters and inverter-based resource (IBR) systems into the power grid emphasizes the critical need for standardized procedures to ensure their reliability and effective grid support functions. This research is driven by the gap in standardized testing methodologies for smart inverters, which are pivotal for the stability and quality of power in distributed energy systems. We used a Power Hardware-in-the-Loop (PHIL) laboratory setup to conduct a comprehensive analysis of smart inverters within a simulated real-world grid environment. Our approach integrates a Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) with PHIL testing to evaluate the smart inverter’s performance across various operational modes. The detailed test protocols mimic real-world grid conditions, enabling the examination of the inverter’s dynamic response to grid disturbances, control strategies, and communication protocols. The primary aim of this study is to rigorously test and validate the primary functions of smart inverters, focusing on their impact on overall grid stability and power quality management. This includes advanced features like Volt–VAR, Volt–Watt, dynamic power factor control, and the seamless integration of smart inverters into DERMSs and Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMSs). Furthermore, we aim to bridge the current gap in standardized testing procedures, contributing to the establishment of robust standards and operating protocols for smart inverter integration into the grid.

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Section: Constant Power Factor Modementioning

confidence: 99%