Introduction
This project proposes an enhanced control scheme for a Unified Power Quality Conditioner (UPQC) to improve power quality in wave energy conversion systems using Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generators (PMSG). The UPQC combines series and shunt compensators to mitigate voltage sags, swells, flicker, and harmonic distortions present in the grid due to wave energy intermittency. The enhanced control algorithm optimizes compensator performance, ensuring stable voltage and current waveforms, improved reactive power compensation, and reduced power quality disturbances.
Objectives
- To design a UPQC control strategy improved for the dynamic conditions of wave energy-driven PMSG systems.
- To mitigate voltage quality issues including sags, swells, and harmonic distortions.
- To maintain stable voltage and current profiles under varying wave energy generation.
- To validate the control scheme through simulation and experimental hardware implementation.
Methodologies
- Modeling of wave energy-driven PMSG system integrated with UPQC.
- Development of advanced control algorithms for series and shunt compensators addressing power quality disturbances.
- Simulation using MATLAB/Simulink to evaluate voltage/current waveform improvements under diverse operating conditions.
- Laboratory scale prototype construction and testing to assess real-time performance.
- Comparative analysis with conventional UPQC control methods.
Expected Outcomes
- Significant reduction in voltage flicker, unbalanced voltages, and harmonic distortion in wave energy systems.
- Enhanced reactive power compensation and load balancing capabilities.
- Improved reliability and stability of wave energy power delivery to the grid.
- Demonstrated control strategy applicability in real-time hardware.
Applications
- Wave energy conversion systems interfaced with power grids.
- Renewable energy sources requiring power quality conditioning.
- Smart grid technologies with high penetration of fluctuating renewable sources.
- Hybrid renewable power systems integrating wave, wind, and solar energy.
