Title :
Static VAr compensators-a solution to the big motor/weak system problem?
Author :
Lockley, Bill ; Philpott, Gerard
Author_Institution :
Lockley Eng., Calgary, Alta., Canada
Abstract :
Static VAr compensators (SVCs) with reactive power capabilities of hundreds of both positive and negative MVAr have been used for years by utilities to control reactive power flow in transmission and distribution systems. In this paper, the authors describe how static VAr compensators provide an economical way to control reactive power flow and maintain stable utility and plant voltages
Keywords :
load flow control; power factor correction; power system control; power system dynamic stability; reactive power control; static VAr compensators; distribution systems; electric utilities; power system voltage stability; reactive power capabilities; reactive power flow control; static VAr compensators; transmission systems; Control systems; Electrical equipment industry; Power generation economics; Power system economics; Reactive power; Reactive power control; Static VAr compensators; Steady-state; Voltage control; Voltage fluctuations;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/2943.985682
