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CONTENTS

List of Figures ............................................................................................................. iii

PART I: GENERAL PROJECT INTRODUCTION

1. Introduction.............................................................................................................. 1 

2. Power and Voltage Quality ...................................................................................... 1 

3. Photovoltaic systems and their grid connection ....................................................... 2 

4. Description of the PV-Project in Kristiansand .......................................................... 4 

5. Smart Grids and a short comparison to Germany ................................................... 4

PART II: POWER ELECTRONICS AND MATLAB SIMULATIONS

1. The effect of power plants and power electronics on Power Quality ....................... 5 

1.1. Current harmonic basics ................................................................................. 5

1.1.1. Power electronics with effect of current harmonics and voltage distortion .. 5

1.1.2. The effect of power plants & PV-systems to current harmonics in the grid . 7 

1.2. Inverters of photovoltaic systems .................................................................... 7

2. MATLAB® Simulations ............................................................................................. 9 

3. Solution ................................................................................................................. 13

Literature .................................................................................................................... iv 

Appendix.................................................................................................................... vii 

iii

LIST OF FIGURES

PART I: GENERAL PROJECT INTRODUCTION

Figure 3.1 Equivalent circuit model of a solar cell. ................................................... 2

Figure 3.2 I(V)-curve for a PV-cell with Maximum Power Point (MPP). ................... 3

Figure 3.3 Block diagram of the grid connection of a PV module. ........................... 3

PART II: POWER ELECTRONICS AND MATLAB SIMULATIONS

Figure 1.1 Distorted line current. ............................................................................. 5

Figure 1.2 Line current for single- (left) and three-phase (right) rectifier with

harmonic distribution. ............................................................................. 6

Figure 1.3 Distorted voltage at PCC of a rectifier with a constant output

voltage .................................................................................................... 6

Figure 1.4 Different inverter types. .......................................................................... 8

Figure 1.5 Single-phase full bridge inverter (left) and PWM with bipolar

switching (right) ...................................................................................... 8

Figure 1.6 Efficiency of different inverters (SiC – Silicon Carbide, Si – Silicon) ....... 9

Figure 2.1 Thevenin equivalent circuit. .................................................................... 9

Figure 2.2 Harmonics and the superposition principle. .......................................... 10

Figure 2.3 Current harmonic is (Kristiansand data). ............................................... 10

Figure 2.4 VPCC waveform (Kristiansand data). ..................................................... 10

Figure 2.5 VPCC waveform for A = 4000 A. ............................................................ 11

Figure 2.6 VPCC waveform for A = 400000 A. ......................................................... 11

Figure 2.7 VPCC waveform for the 3rd harmonic...................................................... 12

Figure 2.8 VPCC waveform for the 9th harmonic. ..................................................... 12

Figure 2.9 VPCC waveform for the 15th harmonic. ................................................... 12

APPENDIX

Figure A.1 Most common Power Quality problems. ............................................... vii

Figure A.2 Data (1) from the project in Kristiansand. .............................................. ix

Figure A.3 Data (2) from the project in Kristiansand ................................................ x

1

PART I: GENERAL PROJECT INTRODUCTION

1. Introduction

In recent years the power production of renewable energy has strongly increased worldwide. Furthermore photovoltaic systems (PV-systems) are getting more important for power production in the private market. Especially the number of PV-systems has been excessively increased due to the Renewable Energy Law (EEG) in Germany. This causes some grid problems. Therefore the grid stability gets in risk because the renewable power plants have no grid support ability, so they cannot help to secure the grid stability. [1], [2]

Furthermore the importance of electronic equipment – especially power electronics – has strongly increased and their usage changes the electric loads in different ways. These loads are not changing linearity, so they produce problems in the Power Quality due to disturbances in the voltage waveform. On this account, Power Quality is becoming more important for the further deployment of renewable energy generation. [3], [4]

2. Power and Voltage Quality

Power Quality means the safe and reliable supply of electric power at every given time. The quality of the voltage is mainly responsible for the Power Quality. The electric equipment in the grid needs a certain good quality of power to operate in a safe mode. Light flickering, for example, is one cause of poor Power Quality because of voltage fluctuation. There are steady-state voltage quality characteristics which are described by the quality of the normal voltage (e.g. voltage magnitude, frequency, distortion, three-phase imbalance) and there are also disturbances (non-steady-state) like interruptions, voltage sags and transients. Even small photovoltaic systems can effect voltage fluctuations. These fluctuations provoke no problems in strong grids, but they may risk the power supply in weak grids. [3], [5]

Figure A.1 in the appendix shows a description of the most common Power Quality problems and their causes as well as their consequences. The criteria about the quality and the allowed limits are given in the European Standard EN 50160 [S1]. This project concentrates itself on the Power Quality problems caused by power electronics and neglects the others which are mainly caused by faults and switching operations in the network. The main problems caused on the use of power electronics are:

Harmonic distortion: Non-sinusoidal waveforms (voltage, current) because of harmonic components in the current.

Voltage fluctuation: Oscillating loads cause a voltage oscillating (can be seen by flickering of lights). There can be also voltage fluctuation at the point of common coupling (PCC) because of the unsteady solar radiation (e.g. moving clouds) over PV-systems. [3]

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The project is developed by the company Eltek Valere, which produces mostly high efficiency power electronics. Different types of solar panels are installed on roofs of a few buildings. Thus the differences of these panels can be investigated. The aims of the project are: [14], [15]

Getting to know the advantages and disadvantages of the different solar panels to consider which ones are most suitable for Norwegian conditions.

Investigate suitability for solar energy production in Norway depending on weather and climate.

Gathering information about grid connection and problems of solar power production.

Testing new inverters in a real application.

5. Smart Grids and a short comparison to Germany

The main goal of the German government concerning energy policies is to increase renewable energy production. By 2020, 35 %, and by 2050 almost 80% of overall energy demand should be supplied by renewable energy sources. According to polls, nearly 93 % of the German population supports the extension of renewable energy production. [19], [20], [24] The most important instrument at this juncture is the EGG, a law introduced by the government to subsidize the development of renewable energy sources, mainly wind and solar energy. This led to a vast increase of the installed photovoltaic capacity up to 25 GW in 2011, which means 3 % of the total electric energy production. Due to rising electricity prices the EEG was changed in 2012. The subsidies for solar energy were reduced. Furthermore a limit for government-funded solar energy of 52 GW was implemented. This led to a shift towards wind energy. Consequently, in 2011 the overall capital spent on new photovoltaic sites decreased for the first time since the implementation of the EEG to 16.05 billion euros, being still on a high level. [21], [22], [23], [25] Fluctuating feeder lines as well as increasing decentralized energy production by renewable energies lead to new challenges concerning energy grids. It is estimated that in Germany 50 billion euros are necessary to modernize grids. With the use of modern information and communications technology, smart grids provide bidirectional communication between customers, appliances in general and energy generators. This leads to sustainable production and efficient distribution of electricity in the grid. Smart Grids allow greater penetration of renewable energy sources and the integration of new technologies, e.g. charging stations for electric vehicles. Another main point is the possibility of peak leveling. Owners of power generators, e.g. small photovoltaic systems, are able to dispense energy to the grid if the market prices are high, and to receive energy in times where the prices are low. This provides a more economic consumption of energy. [26], [27]

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1.1.2. The effect of power plants and PV-systems to current harmonics in the grid

Today, the high number of renewable power plants which are connected by power electronics to the grid require a different way of grid-operation and -management for an improving quality and reliability of the power-supplies. The negative sides of PV-systems in relation to system-instability are the use of power electronics with non-linear appliances, which generate current harmonics, and voltage fluctuations because of volatile solar radiation. These short fluctuations are caused by moving clouds over photovoltaic modules. Therefore the voltage and power is fluctuating at the PCC. The temperature and type of the modules affect the Power Quality of PV-systems. Furthermore, a low solar irradiance has a higher influence to the current distortion and therefore to the Power Quality. But the total voltage harmonic distortion is not significantly dependent on the solar irradiance. The active power of a PV-system is almost linear with the irradiance and its fluctuations. Hence, these power fluctuations can risk the grid stability, especially in a low voltage grid with a high amount of PV-systems. PV-systems with good Power Quality help avoiding the occurrence of harmonics and voltage distortion in the first place, thus leading to a better sinusoidal waveform of the output voltage. [9], [10]

1.2. Inverters of photovoltaic systems

A power inverter is an electronic device which converts DC into AC power. Switch-mode DC to AC inverters are used in order to produce a sinusoidal AC output voltage from a DC power supply while setting the desired values of magnitude and frequency. The inverters are composed of switches, diodes and capacitors. The inverters can be classified according to their input source. There are VSI’s (Voltage Source Input), which are most commonly used, and CSI’s (Current Source Input) that are rarely used (only for very high power AC motors). VSI’s have different types of inverters: [7]

Pulse-width-modulation inverters: These inverters can control magnitude and frequency of the output voltage, using a PWM module in the switch. With a diode-rectifier, the switch-mode inverter receives a constant DC input voltage.

Square-wave inverters: These inverters only adjust the frequency of the output voltage. To set the magnitude of the AC output, the input dc voltage has to be varied. Such an inverter has the advantage that each switch only changes its state twice per cycle (less switching losses).

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In general, current harmonic distortions caused by photovoltaic systems are small. This is especially the case for photovoltaic devices being quite small compared to the short-current capacity of the grid. Nevertheless, if photovoltaic sources are integrated in a big amount, current harmonics may occur, and the influence of current harmonics may lead to a violation of the voltage quality standards according to EN 50160 [S1]. Current distortion leads, due to harmonics, to a distorted output voltage. Harmonic voltages are the result of harmonic currents. To avoid further damage, there are many possibilities dealing with current harmonics. Some examples of them are explained in the following. With the integration of energy storage systems, a constant energy supply to the grid is possible without harmonic distortion, thus increasing voltage quality. The integration of energy storage systems is often necessary when using photovoltaics, even without the occurrence of harmonic distortions, due to the fact that solar cells do not provide energy at a constant rate. SMES, Supercapacitors, flywheels and Lithium-Batteries can be used as storage systems. [4]

Harmonic filtering power conditioners are often used for home or office appliances as they can deal with current harmonics in most cases. Undisruptable Power Supplies (UPS) are used for critical loads, such as medical devices in hospitals. In general they consist of a rectifier, a battery, an inverter and a filter. The rectifier keeps the battery constantly charged and provides power for the inverter. The battery provides power to the critical load in case of grave imbalances or an occurring blackout. The inverter's and filter's main function is to minimize harmonic interferences of the output voltage. [7]

Another solution is the implementation of electronic devices preventing or minimizing the occurrence of current harmonics. Passive circuits normally consist of capacitors, inductors and resistors. Active Filters, like step-up converters, provide a sinusoidal output voltage by creating a current, which cancels the generated harmonic currents. [7]

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[27] U.S. Department of Energy "Smart Grid / Department of Energy", 2012

Standards

[S1] European Standard EN 50160 “Voltage Characteristics in Public Distribution Systems”

[S2] Standard IEC 60038 “IEC Standard Voltages”

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re A.1: Most coommon Poweer Quality probblems. [4]

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MATLAB® simulation-code for the impact of the current harmonics

clear all

%variables

f= 50;

syms t;

v_s= sqrt(2)*415/sqrt(3)*sin(2*pi*f*t);

L_s= 21.45e-6;

% current amplitude

A= 4000;

% current harmonics

i_s= A*sin(2*pi*f*t) + 1/3*A*sin(3*2*pi*f*t) + 1/5*A*sin(5*2*pi*f*t) + 1/7*A*sin(7*2*pi*f*t);

v_PCC= v_s - L_s * diff(i_s);

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ezplot(i_s, [0 40e-3])

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