Advanced LVDC Electrical Power Architectures and Microgrids: A step toward a new generation of power distribution networks

Dragičević, Tomislav; Vasquez, Juan C.; Guerrero, Josep M.; Škrlec, Davor

doi:10.1109/mele.2013.2297033

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“…After normal operation of the main grid has been restored, the microgrid can be reconnected to it. While detailed simulation models of microgrid components exist and can be used for analysis and planning of microgrids, real infrastructure is required, not only to validate the simulation models, but also to improve them and to allow investigations of the complex interaction of smart grid components and ICT infrastructure [8], especially related to advanced methods of microgrid control [9][10][11][12].…”

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The FUSE testbed: establishing a microgrid for smart grid security experiments

Xypolytou

Fabini

Gawlik

et al. 2017

Elektrotech. Inftech.

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Reliable and efficient energy supply is based not only on local control but also on remote sensor data and measurements, making communication one of the important components. The increasing threat of possible attacks is the motivation behind the main purpose of the FUSE testbed-an experimental microgrid for smart grid research-to conduct experiments on smart grid security, grid optimization, stabilization and islanding. This work, after providing an insight of the current state of the art concerning research on microgrids, describes the FUSE experimental facility as well as first experiments including partial measurement equipment installation and data collection and analysis. IntroductionThe current electricity infrastructure is evolving. Decentralized power generation demands more sophisticated control methods, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) components increase the risk for cyber-attacks and classical hierarchical top-down structures tend to be substituted by cell-based architectures, based on microgrids. A microgrid consists of several distributed generators as well as loads, storages and information and communication technology for monitoring and control operations. Through the Point of Common Coupling (PCC) it can connect to (grid connected, parallel mode) and disconnect from (islanding, autonomous operation) the main grid [7]. The ability of a microgrid to separate itself from the main grid and operate autonomously is very useful in case of faults and disturbances in the main grid.In decentralized approaches system-parts, e.g. generators, loads, storages, microgrids and grid controllers need to communicate with each other and interact with each other. The next generation grid is being formed; the smart grid. Major challenges in ensuring a reliable and efficient energy supply include, but are not limited to: the growing complexity of the grid due to the increasing number of renewable and distributed energy sources, the necessary energy saving and demand response strategies to optimize the energy flow, as well as the various components, protocols and sensors involved in the data transfer, protection and control actions.

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Section: Fig 1 Fuse Objectivesmentioning

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The FUSE testbed: establishing a microgrid for smart grid security experiments

Xypolytou

Fabini

Gawlik

et al. 2017

Elektrotech. Inftech.

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“…Traditionally -48 V has been used as the voltage level for this kind of infrastructure. In the past, backup batteries were directly connected to the grid for these systems, however lately batteries have been connected with dc/dc converters in order to allow better control [2].…”

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“…Ultra low voltage level as currently often seen in dc nano-and microgrids like 24 V proposed by EMerge Alliance [4], 48 V in the telecommunication industry [2] or the 20 V of USB PD Standard [9] suitable to connect small devices are not high enough for a distribution grid with longer distances.…”

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From DC nano- and microgrids towards the universal DC distribution system - a plea to think further into the future

Mackay

Hailu

Mouli

et al. 2015

2015 IEEE Power &Amp; Energy Society General Meeting

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“…The advent of modern information and communication technology offers excellent controllability for different engineering applications [28,29]. Meanwhile, energy conversion devices exhibiting excellent controllability are evolving rapidly [29,30].…”

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Economic optimization for configuration and sizing of micro integrated energy systems

Zhang

Deng

et al. 2017

J. Mod. Power Syst. Clean Energy

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Based on analysis of construction and operation of micro integrated energy systems (MIES), this paper presents economic optimization for their configuration and sizing. After presenting typical models for MIES, a residential community MIES is developed by analyzing residential direct energy consumption within a general design procedure. Integrating with available current technologies and local resources, the systematic design considers a prime mover, fed by natural gas, with wind power, photovoltaic generation, and two storage devices serving thermal energy and power to satisfy cooling, heating and electricity demands. Control strategies for MIES also are presented in this study. Multi-objective formulas are obtained by analyzing annual cost and dumped renewable energy to achieve optimal coordination of energy supply and demand. According to historical load data and the probability distribution of distributed generation output, clustering methods based on K-means and discretization methods are employed to obtain typical scenarios representative of uncertainties. The modified non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm is applied to find the Pareto frontier of the constructed multi-objective formulas. In addition, aiming to explore the Pareto frontier, the dumped energy cost ratio is defined to check the energy balance in different MIES designs and provide decision support for the investors. Finally, simulations and comparision show the appropriateness of the developed model and the applicability of the adopted optimization algorithm.

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Advanced LVDC Electrical Power Architectures and Microgrids: A step toward a new generation of power distribution networks

Cited by 317 publications

References 11 publications

The FUSE testbed: establishing a microgrid for smart grid security experiments

The FUSE testbed: establishing a microgrid for smart grid security experiments

From DC nano- and microgrids towards the universal DC distribution system - a plea to think further into the future

Economic optimization for configuration and sizing of micro integrated energy systems

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