This application demonstrates a grid-connected inverter with the ability to act as a virtual synchronous generator (VSG). The VSG consists of an energy source, a converter, and a control mechanism.
Can a three-phase grid-connected inverter control a virtual synchronous generator?
This article proposes an adaptive, optimal, data-driven control approach based on reinforcement learning and adaptive dynamic programming to the three-phase grid-connected inverter employed in virtual synchronous generators (VSGs).
The VSG grid-connected inverter topology. The basic control block diagram of the VSG. In order to suppress the frequency fluctuation of the VSG output angular frequency, sliding mode adaptive control is considered to replace the governor part of the original VSG system.
Does a grid-connected inverter have a low-frequency oscillation?
The issue of low-frequency oscillation (LFO) becomes more prominent when considering the phase-locked loop (PLL) impact of grid-connected inverter (GCI) under weak grid. Impedance analysis shows that the frequency interaction point outside the capacitive negative damping region can effectively avoid the oscillation.
How can grid-configuring inverters reduce the impact of distributed grid integration?
In order to reduce the impact of distributed grid integration on the grid and improve the stability of the grid, a combined sliding mode-prediction control strategy for grid-configuring inverters is proposed.
What is a grid-connected inverter (GCI)?
As an energy transmission interface between renewable energy and the power grid, the grid-connected inverter (GCI) is essential for delivering high-quality electrical energy to the grid [, , ].
What is the difference between islanded mode and grid-connected mode?
In islanded mode, the proposed model can provide virtual inertia and damping properties, while in grid-connected mode, the inverter's active power output can follow the changed references without significant overshoot or oscillation.