Z.M. Khurshid , M. Z. A. Ab Kadir , N. F. Ab Aziz , Z.A. Rhazali , N. Azis
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Harmonic distortion analysis in power system due to geomagnetically induced currents
Geomagnetically induced currents (GICs) flowing through power transformers during geomagnetic disturbances (GMD) can cause increased reactive power demands, voltage stability issues, and significant harmonic distortions in the system due to transformer half-cycle saturation. The harmonic contents in transformers vary based on core type, air-path flux, and transformer configuration. These effects ultimately impact the quality and reliability of power transfers in the system. This paper investigates the harmonic distortions of a small-scale system with different types of transformers in the Malaysian power grid under GIC events. The simulation model is built using Power Systems Computer-Aided Design (PSCAD) software, and simulation results are computed for various GIC values. The results show that transformer saturation due to GICs can generate high levels of harmonics in the system and drastically increase reactive power losses. The worst-case harmonics are observed in the current waveforms through the static VAr compensator (SVC) connected to a 500 kV bus. Based on the findings, recommendations are provided to the industry and system operators to mitigate the harmonics and their effects during GMD events.
期刊介绍:
Electric Power Systems Research is an international medium for the publication of original papers concerned with the generation, transmission, distribution and utilization of electrical energy. The journal aims at presenting important results of work in this field, whether in the form of applied research, development of new procedures or components, orginal application of existing knowledge or new designapproaches. The scope of Electric Power Systems Research is broad, encompassing all aspects of electric power systems. The following list of topics is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather to indicate topics that fall within the journal purview.
• Generation techniques ranging from advances in conventional electromechanical methods, through nuclear power generation, to renewable energy generation.
• Transmission, spanning the broad area from UHV (ac and dc) to network operation and protection, line routing and design.
• Substation work: equipment design, protection and control systems.
• Distribution techniques, equipment development, and smart grids.
• The utilization area from energy efficiency to distributed load levelling techniques.
• Systems studies including control techniques, planning, optimization methods, stability, security assessment and insulation coordination.