Title :
Converter-based solution to power quality problems on radial distribution lines
Author :
Van Zyl, Annabelle ; Enslin, Johan H R ; Spée, René
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. & Electron. Eng., Stellenbosch Univ., South Africa
Abstract :
In this paper, the authors show that the power converter-based Power Quality Manager (PQM) is a viable solution to power quality problems on radial power distribution lines. The PQM is capable of simultaneous harmonic isolation, improving voltage regulation and flicker compensation. These functions can also be implemented independently. The PQM is a hybrid device comprising passive components and a power converter. The converter power rating is lower than that required by an equivalent active filter or power converter-based static VAr compensator
Keywords :
distribution networks; harmonic distortion; passive filters; power convertors; power filters; power supply quality; power system harmonics; Power Quality Manager; flicker compensation; harmonic isolation; hybrid device; passive components; power converter; power quality problems; radial distribution lines; voltage regulation; Active filters; Energy management; Power distribution lines; Power harmonic filters; Power quality; Quality management; Static VAr compensators; Static power converters; Voltage control; Voltage fluctuations;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
