Investigation of self-excited induction generator for supporting domestic loads and its extension to a microgrid

  • Arunava Chatterjee Electrical Engineering Department, Raghunathpur Government Polytechnic, Purulia 723121, India
Ariticle ID: 1321
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Keywords: induction generator; microgrid; smart electronic load controller; voltage regulation; wind power

Abstract

This study provides a technical and financial analysis for the incorporation of a microgrid structure with a wind energy conversion system for producing electricity. This study’s primary aim is to provide solutions for issues that arise when isolated induction generators are employed with microgrids. A closed-loop smart electronic load controller is used to regulate the loads in the system that are supplied by the generator. A switched variable capacitor bank is used to supply reactive power initially during a voltage dip at varying winds and loads to sustain the voltage profile. Additionally, a simple voltage control loop-based controller for the generator-side converter maintains the voltage at a steady level. Using HOMER software, an economic study of the suggested wind-based microgrid structure is also presented. A laboratory experimental setup is used to support the MATLAB/Simulink study of the proposed method and its control. The findings support the feasibility of implementing the suggested plan in grid-isolated regions for supplying critical loads.

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2024-05-30
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Chatterjee, A. (2024). Investigation of self-excited induction generator for supporting domestic loads and its extension to a microgrid. Energy Storage and Conversion, 2(2), 1321. https://doi.org/10.59400/esc.v2i2.1321
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