A flexible experimental laboratory for distributed generation networks based on power inverters

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In the recently deregulated electricity market, distributed generation based on renewable sources is becoming more and more relevant. In this area, two main distributed scenarios are focusing the attention of recent research: grid-connected mode, where the generation sources are connected to a grid mainly supplied by big power plants, and islanded mode, where the distributed sources, energy storage devices, and loads compose an autonomous entity that in its general form can be named a microgrid. To conduct a successful research in these two scenarios, it is essential to have a flexible experimental setup. This work deals with the description of a real laboratory setup composed of four nodes that can emulate both scenarios of a distributed generation network. A comprehensive description of the hardware and software setup will be done, focusing especially in the dual-core DSP used for control purposes, which is next to the industry standards and able to emulate real complexities. A complete experimental section will show the main features of the system.
CitationMiret, J., Garcia de Vicuña, J., Guzman, R., Camacho, A., Moradi, M. A flexible experimental laboratory for distributed generation networks based on power inverters. "Energies", 13 Octubre 2017, vol. 10, núm. 10.
ISSN1996-1073
Publisher versionhttp://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/10/10/1589
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