Control and SRF-q based re-synchronization of a master DG for microgrids

Moin Hanif, Vinod Khadkikar, Parag Kanjiya

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Abstract

Primarily this paper investigates the key functions that should be carried out by a master distributed generator (DG) that adopts the master-slave control approach within a microgrid. Grid-connected operation, islanding detection, islanded operation, load shedding, phase locking and grid re-synchronization are key functions of the master DG that need to be executed in a logical and sequential manner. This sequence of tasks/functions are put together to develop a control flow chart called the master control algorithm. Secondarily, the investigation leads to the development of a simple SRF-q (synchronous reference frame quadrature component) based re-synchronization procedure. The proposed re-synchronization technique achieves a seamless re-synchronization which is of interest for microgrid-grid re-connection. This paper first details the control structure during the grid connected and islanded modes. Then, the proposed master control algorithm and the SRF-q re-synchronization procedures are verified by simulation as well as real-time hardware in the loop (HIL) experimental study.

Original languageBritish English
Title of host publicationProceedings of 6th IEEE Power India International Conference, PIICON 2014
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781479960415
DOIs
StatePublished - 2014
Event6th IEEE Power India International Conference, PIICON 2014 - Delhi, New Delhi, India
Duration: 5 Dec 20147 Dec 2014

Publication series

NameProceedings of 6th IEEE Power India International Conference, PIICON 2014

Conference

Conference6th IEEE Power India International Conference, PIICON 2014
Country/TerritoryIndia
CityDelhi, New Delhi
Period5/12/147/12/14

Keywords

  • master-slave
  • microgrid control
  • re-synchronization

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