Harmonics | General, Interactions, and Filters
General The harmonics in an SVC are generated by the TCR. Neither TSC nor TSR (Thyristor-Switched Reactor) generate harmonics. The current harmonics generated by TCR can be classified into two…
SVC | Controller and Protective Functions
SVC Controller The block diagram of the basic SVC Controller incorporating a voltage regulator is shown in Fig. This shows that both voltage (VSVC) and current (ISVC) signals are obtained…
Static Var Compensator | Analysis, Configuration and Modelling
Static Var Compensator Static Var Compensator (SVC) a first-generation FACTS controller is taken up for study. It is a variable impedance device where the current through a reactor is controlled…
Load Dispatch Center | Types, Function, and Objective
Introduction All power plants are linked through a grid in an interconnected power system. The Load Dispatch Centre (LDC) manages these plants to ensure efficient operation. It coordinates, plans, controls,…
Layout of Feeder | Radial, Parallel, Ring Main and Interconnected
Introduction A feeder carries electricity to a substation, bus, or several loads. Different substation feeder arrangements are explained in this article. A feeder can connect two substation buses in parallel…
Distribution Automation | Introduction, Benefits, and Applications
Introduction Distribution Automation (DA) is a collection of technologies like sensors, processors, communication networks, and switches that help utilities collect, automate, analyze, and optimize data. This improves the efficiency of…
Sensible Heat Storage | Methods, Key Features, and Disadvantages
Introduction The simplest method for storing heat is through sensible heat storage. This involves increasing the temperature of a liquid or solid to store heat and releasing the heat by…
Latent Heat Storage | Material, Systems, and Applications
Introduction Researchers are exploring new and renewable energy sources to reduce CO2 emissions from fossil fuels, especially for low-temperature applications. Solar energy has great potential for heating and cooling buildings,…
MTDC and DC Systems | Control, Protection, and Study
There are several methods of control in MTDC systems. Only parallel MTDC systems are considered as these involve complexities in extending the existing control methods. The various methods suggested are…
AC Filters | Design, Criteria, and Types
Criteria of Design The major design objective of AC filters is to reduce telephone interference. Any of the following performance indices can measure this. Harmonic Distortion This can be measured…
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