Distributed Generation

Distributed Generation
Author: Nicholas Jenkins
Publisher: IET
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2010-08-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0863419585

The economics and locations of sustainable energy sources have meant that many of these new generators are connected into distribution networks. It is recognized that the information flow and control of distribution networks is inadequate for these future low-carbon electricity supply systems. The future distribution network will change its operation from passive to active, and the distributed generators will be controlled to support the operation of the power system. In many countries this transformation of electricity supply is managed through energy markets and privately owned, regulated transmission and distribution systems. --

Embedded Generation

Embedded Generation
Author: Nicholas Jenkins
Publisher: IET
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2000-06-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0852967748

This book, intended for both students and practising engineers, addresses all the issues pertinent to the implementation of embedded generation.

Integration of Distributed Generation in the Power System

Integration of Distributed Generation in the Power System
Author: Math H. J. Bollen
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 526
Release: 2011-08-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 111802902X

The integration of new sources of energy like wind power, solar-power, small-scale generation, or combined heat and power in the power grid is something that impacts a lot of stakeholders: network companies (both distribution and transmission), the owners and operators of the DG units, other end-users of the power grid (including normal consumers like you and me) and not in the least policy makers and regulators. There is a lot of misunderstanding about the impact of DG on the power grid, with one side (including mainly some but certainly not all, network companies) claiming that the lights will go out soon, whereas the other side (including some DG operators and large parks of the general public) claiming that there is nothing to worry about and that it's all a conspiracy of the large production companies that want to protect their own interests and keep the electricity price high. The authors are of the strong opinion that this is NOT the way one should approach such an important subject as the integration of new, more environmentally friendly, sources of energy in the power grid. With this book the authors aim to bring some clarity to the debate allowing all stakeholders together to move to a solution. This book will introduce systematic and transparent methods for quantifying the impact of DG on the power grid.

Handbook of Research on New Solutions and Technologies in Electrical Distribution Networks

Handbook of Research on New Solutions and Technologies in Electrical Distribution Networks
Author: Khan, Baseem
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 439
Release: 2019-12-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1799812324

As the electrical industry continues to develop, one sector that still faces a range of concerns is the electrical distribution system. Excessive industrialization and inadequate billing are just a few issues that have plagued this electrical sector as it advances into the smart grid environment. Research is necessary to explore the possible solutions in fixing these problems and developing the distribution sector into an active and smart system. The Handbook of Research on New Solutions and Technologies in Electrical Distribution Networks is a collection of innovative research on the methods and applications of solving major issues within the electrical distribution system. Some issues covered within the publication include distribution losses, improper monitoring of system, renewable energy integration with micro-grid and distributed energy sources, and smart home energy management system modelling. This book is ideally designed for power engineers, electrical engineers, energy professionals, developers, technologists, policymakers, researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and students seeking current research on improving this key sector of the electrical industry.

Voltage Stability in Electric Power System

Voltage Stability in Electric Power System
Author: Mir Sayed Shah Danish
Publisher: Logos Verlag Berlin GmbH
Total Pages: 234
Release: 2015-02-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 383253878X

The understanding of power system voltage stability has become increasingly important due to day by day increase in electricity demand and liberalization policy of electricity markets. Therefore, voltage stability has become significantly important during the past decades. Both voltage stability formulation and indices are covered in this book along with an easily comprehensible manner and detailed exposition of the voltage stability indices' fundamental. However, the content of this book is considered serviceable in advanced level. The author combines his knowledge with reporting of accurate update information to illustrate the voltage stability indices and compared how to distinguish numbers of these indices in view of theirs similarity, functionality, applicability, formulation, merit, demerit, and overall performances. This book will serve as a valuable guide for the typical reader. That the readers had in mind were researchers, engineers, planners, and other professionals involved in the assessment of voltage instability in electric power system. The prerequisite for this book is suggested the basic knowledge of power system analysis and voltage stability subjects. The authorship methodology of this book had been based on the reference book style.

Robust Control for Grid Voltage Stability: High Penetration of Renewable Energy

Robust Control for Grid Voltage Stability: High Penetration of Renewable Energy
Author: Jahangir Hossain
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 311
Release: 2014-07-28
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9789812871152

This book makes the area of integration of renewable energy into the existing electricity grid accessible to engineers and researchers. This is a self-contained text which has models of power system devices and control theory necessary to understand and tune controllers in use currently. The new research in renewable energy integration is put into perspective by comparing the change in the system dynamics as compared to the traditional electricity grid. The emergence of the voltage stability problem is motivated by extensive examples. Various methods to mitigate this problem are discussed bringing out their merits clearly. As a solution to the voltage stability problem, the book covers the use of FACTS devices and basic control methods. An important contribution of this book is to introduce advanced control methods for voltage stability. It covers the application of output feedback methods with a special emphasis on how to bound modelling uncertainties and the use of robust control theory to design controllers for practical power systems. Special emphasis is given to designing controllers for FACTS devices to improve low-voltage ride-through capability of induction generators. As generally PV is connected in low voltage distribution area, this book also provides a systematic control design for the PV unit in distribution systems. The theory is amply illustrated with large IEEE Test systems with multiple generators and dynamic load. Controllers are designed using Matlab and tested using full system models in PSSE.

Robust Control for Grid Voltage Stability: High Penetration of Renewable Energy

Robust Control for Grid Voltage Stability: High Penetration of Renewable Energy
Author: Jahangir Hossain
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2014-07-07
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9812871160

This book makes the area of integration of renewable energy into the existing electricity grid accessible to engineers and researchers. This is a self-contained text which has models of power system devices and control theory necessary to understand and tune controllers in use currently. The new research in renewable energy integration is put into perspective by comparing the change in the system dynamics as compared to the traditional electricity grid. The emergence of the voltage stability problem is motivated by extensive examples. Various methods to mitigate this problem are discussed bringing out their merits clearly. As a solution to the voltage stability problem, the book covers the use of FACTS devices and basic control methods. An important contribution of this book is to introduce advanced control methods for voltage stability. It covers the application of output feedback methods with a special emphasis on how to bound modelling uncertainties and the use of robust control theory to design controllers for practical power systems. Special emphasis is given to designing controllers for FACTS devices to improve low-voltage ride-through capability of induction generators. As generally PV is connected in low voltage distribution area, this book also provides a systematic control design for the PV unit in distribution systems. The theory is amply illustrated with large IEEE Test systems with multiple generators and dynamic load. Controllers are designed using Matlab and tested using full system models in PSSE.

Reliability Evaluation of Engineering Systems

Reliability Evaluation of Engineering Systems
Author: Roy Billinton
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 469
Release: 2013-06-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1489906851

In response to new developments in the field, practical teaching experience, and readers' suggestions, the authors of the warmly received Reliablity Evaluation of Engineering Systems have updated and extended the work-providing extended coverage of fault trees and a more complete examination of probability distribution, among other things-without disturbing the original's concept, structure, or style.

Integration of Distributed Energy Resources in Power Systems

Integration of Distributed Energy Resources in Power Systems
Author: Toshihisa Funabashi
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2016-03-23
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128032138

Integration of Distributed Energy Resources in Power Systems: Implementation, Operation and Control covers the operation of power transmission and distribution systems and their growing difficulty as the share of renewable energy sources in the world's energy mix grows and the proliferation trend of small scale power generation becomes a reality. The book gives students at the graduate level, as well as researchers and power engineering professionals, an understanding of the key issues necessary for the development of such strategies. It explores the most relevant topics, with a special focus on transmission and distribution areas. Subjects such as voltage control, AC and DC microgrids, and power electronics are explored in detail for all sources, while not neglecting the specific challenges posed by the most used variable renewable energy sources. - Presents the most relevant aspects of the integration of distributed energy into power systems, with special focus on the challenges for transmission and distribution - Explores the state-of the-art in applications of the most current technology, giving readers a clear roadmap - Deals with the technical and economic features of distributed energy resources and discusses their business models