Control and quantification of kinetic energy released by wind farms during power system frequency drops

• DOI: 10.1049/iet-rpg.2012.0163
• Publication Date: 2013-05-17T11:02:48Z
• Authors: Ayman Bakry Taha ...; Thomas Hartkopf
• Keywords: Frequency deviation

High wind energy penetration levels in modern power systems draw attention towards farms expected role during frequency drops. Wind positive contribution required by system operators basically depends on the amount of kinetic stored turbines rotating parts and how to manage it deviations elimination. This study presents an algorithm estimate control quantity extractable a farm Moreover, manages release within given time span achieve participation drops clearance. The proposed method is based tuning tip speed ratio before drop according several factors. recovery turbine retain its normal also function parameters including inertia incoming speed. algorithm's impact analysed assessing enhancement deviation. A hypothetical grid considered as benchmark detailed modelling for speeds, improve creditability obtained results. Presented research work outcomes highlight replacement conventional generators. Executed simulations proved that applying neutralises influence response, even more, causes solid improvements unless incident too slow or high. Simulation environments are MATLAB Simulink.