Modelling and Control of Tidal Energy Conversion Systems with Long Distance Converters

Marios Sousounis, Jonathan Shek, Markus Mueller

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Abstract

In order to optimise a tidal energy conversion system operation, maintenance and power generation aspects have to be taken into account. As a result the key focus of this paper is to propose and investigate an alternative method of implementing a tidal energy conversion system using a pitch-regulated turbine and a variable-speed squirrel cage induction generator with long distance converters. The generator power output can be optimised by utilising variable-speed control strategies allowing the system to operate at maximum power coefficient while availability can be increased by reducing the components installed offshore by using long three-phase cables between the generator and onshore voltage source converters. The tidal current energy conversion system is investigated by developing a full resource-to-grid model in MATLAB/Simulink and by performing system analysis regarding the effects of harmonics. Simulation results show that by manipulating the harmonic components, by adding passive filters, the problems associated with the harmonics and the reflecting voltage waves in the cables can be minimised.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationIET International Conference on Power Electronics, Machines and Drives
PublisherIET
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)978-1-84919-815-8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2014
Event7th IET International Conference on Power Electronics, Machines and Drives, PEMD 2014 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Duration: 8 Apr 201410 Apr 2014

Conference

Conference7th IET International Conference on Power Electronics, Machines and Drives, PEMD 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityManchester
Period8/04/1410/04/14

Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)

  • Direct torque control
  • Induction generator
  • Long distance drives
  • Tidal energy system

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