Models and Methods for Assessing the Value of HVDC and MVDC Technologies in Mondern Power Grids

Suman Debnath, Madhu Sudhan Chinthavali, Jingfan Sun, Phani Ratna Vanamali Marthi, Supriya Chinthavali, Sangkeun (Matt) Lee, Marcelo Elizondo, Yuri Markarov, Qiuhua Huang, Mallikarjuna Vellam, Yuan Liu, Ahmed Tbaileh, Qian Zhang, Nader Samaan, Harold Kirkham, Joshua Novacheck, Jessica Lau

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Abstract

Evolution of today’s predominantly alternating current (ac) transmission grid in to mixed ac transmission – high-voltage direct current (HVdc) systems is expected with the decreasing costs of and advancements in power electronics technologies. The recent technological advancements include the development of more efficient and compact voltage source converters (VSCs) that can provide fast response. Because of their controllability and fast response, HVdc systems provide the ability to enhance reliability of the ac transmission grid through frequency support, voltage control, and congestion relief. The HVdc systems can also provide other ancillary services to enhance the economics and reliability of the ac transmission grids, and to optimize their performance. The tools, models, and methods developed to evaluate their benefits will be key enablers to understanding the value proposition introduced by the fast-acting HVdc systems.
Original languageEnglish
Place of PublicationUnited States
DOIs
StatePublished - 2019

Keywords

  • 24 POWER TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION

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