High frequency wind energy conversion from the ocean

This paper presents a concept of high frequency link for offshore wind applications based on a reduced matrix converter oriented to reduce the size and volume of the elements in the nacelle. A modular approach aimed at increasing reliability of the conversion system, which can be used in series or parallel connection of the off shore grid is also presented. Features of the proposed conversion concept related to ride through capability, protection strategies and parameters of the high frequency transformer are investigated. A modified space vector modulation is presented which reduces the losses in the conversion system.