Techniques and Challenges in Conducted EMI Analysis of Renewable Energy Systems

Abstract

Renewable energy sources have been widely integrated into modern power systems, leading to the massive use of power converters, which represent the main sources of conducted electromagnetic (EM) noise. Furthermore, power grids employ interactive devices including smart meters that resort to powerline communication (PLC) technology and are usually more susceptible to EM noise than traditional electrical machinery. This paper provides a state-of-the-art overview of conducted EM interference (EMI) analysis in power systems, focusing on EMI prediction models, PLC coexistence issues, and measurement challenges. Insights into the use of various methods in different application scenarios are provided, and relevant future studies are foreseen.