Review of the Configuration and Transient Stability of Large-Scale Renewable Energy Generation Through Hybrid DC Transmission

Abstract

Based on the complementary advantages of Line Commutated Converter (LCC) and Modular Multilevel Converter (MMC) in power grid applications, there are two types of hybrid DC system topologies: one is the parallel connection of LCC converter stations and MMC converter stations, and the other is the series connection of LCC and MMC converter stations within a single station. The hybrid DC transmission system faces broad application prospects and development potential in large-scale clean energy integration across regions and the construction of a new power system dominated by new energy sources in China. This paper first analyzes the system forms and topological characteristics of hybrid DC transmission, introducing the forms and topological characteristics of converter-level hybrid DC transmission systems and system-level hybrid DC transmission systems. Next, it analyzes the operating characteristics of LCC and MMC inverter-level hybrid DC transmission systems, provides insights into the transient stability of hybrid DC transmission systems, and typical fault ride-through control strategies. Finally, it summarizes the networking characteristics of the LCC-MMC series within the converter station hybrid DC transmission system, studies the transient characteristics and fault ride-through control strategies under different fault types for the LCC-MMC series in the receiving-end converter station, and investigates the transient characteristics and fault ride-through control strategies under different fault types for the LCC-MMC series in the sending-end converter station.