Designing a Passive Filter for Reducing Harmonic Distortion in the Hybrid Micro-grid Including Wind Turbine, Solar Cell and Nonlinear Load

Published by Ali BAGHERI, Mohsen ALIZADEH, Department of Electrical Engineering, Yadegar -e- Imam Khomeini (RAH) Shahre Rey Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran Abstract. One of the most important indices of power quality in distribution grids is the harmonic distortion, which can affect the reliability of the micro-grid. On the other hand, the growth ofContinue reading “Designing a Passive Filter for Reducing Harmonic Distortion in the Hybrid Micro-grid Including Wind Turbine, Solar Cell and Nonlinear Load”

The Quality of Electric Power Supplied into the Grid by Co-Generation Units

Published by Jiri JANSA, Petr MOLDRIK, Daniel MINARIK, VSB – Technical University of Ostrava Abstract. This paper deals with the utilisation of firedamp for combined heat and electric power generation. The firedamp is gained from hard-coal mines and can be combusted in a co-generation units with gas-engine. This process involves more efficient utilisation of firedamp.Continue reading “The Quality of Electric Power Supplied into the Grid by Co-Generation Units”

Five Ways to Reduce Harmonics in Circuits and Power Distribution Systems

Published by Alex Roderick, EE Power – Technical Articles: Five Ways to Reduce Harmonics in Circuits and Power Distribution Systems, May 24, 2021. There are several ways to reduce the problems of harmonics in a circuit or power distribution system. A K-rated transformer is designed to withstand the overheating problems created by harmonics. A harmonic mitigatingContinue reading “Five Ways to Reduce Harmonics in Circuits and Power Distribution Systems”

Chargers for Electric Cars with V2G (Vehicle to Grid) Technology – Connection Principles for the Distribution Network

Published by Joanna BARANIAK, Jacek STARZYŃSKI Warsaw University of Technology, Institute of Theory of Electrical Engineering, Measurement and Information Systems Abstract. Electric vehicles will be an integral part of the smart grid in the future. The chargers that come with the V2G (vehicle to grid) service provide bidirectional electrical energy flow between the cars andContinue reading “Chargers for Electric Cars with V2G (Vehicle to Grid) Technology – Connection Principles for the Distribution Network”

The Influence of Selected Biomedical Research Equipment in the Aspect of Higher Harmonics Generating

Published by Anna KOZIOROWSKA1,2, Dariusz SOBCZYŃSKI3, Wiesława MALSKA3 Uniwersytet Rzeszowski, Wydział Matematyczno – Przyrodniczy, Instytut Techniki (1)Uniwersytet Rzeszowski, Centrum Biotechnologii Stosowanej i Nauk Podstawowych (2)Politechnika Rzeszowska, Wydział Elektrotechniki i Informatyki, Katedra Energoelektroniki i Elektroenergetyki (3) Abstract: Specialized biomedical laboratory equipment, very often use power converters, which are a source of higher harmonics. These devices dependingContinue reading “The Influence of Selected Biomedical Research Equipment in the Aspect of Higher Harmonics Generating”

Electrical Power Quality and Harmonic Concerns

Published by Chuck Gougler, International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) Magazine, Electrical Fundamentals – Electrical Power Quality and Harmonic Concerns, December 29, 2015 The Problem of Harmonics Harmonics are generated by nonlinear components in electrical systems, which distort the sine wave. Increasing usage of power electronics causes a corresponding increase in voltage distortion, or harmonics.Continue reading “Electrical Power Quality and Harmonic Concerns”

The Measurement of Input Power of Power Supply in Network Disturbed by Low Frequency Distortions

Published by Stanisław GALLA, Arkadiusz SZEWCZYK,Gdansk University of Technology Faculty of Electronics, Telecommunications and Informatics Abstract. In the paper authors present results of observation of input power changes versus harmonics amplitude in supply voltage of low-power power supply device. In the study, the electrical measurements supported with thermal imaging were used. The input circuit elementsContinue reading “The Measurement of Input Power of Power Supply in Network Disturbed by Low Frequency Distortions”

Transmission System Harmonics Study

Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Transmission System Harmonics Study, Document ID: PQS0501, Date: March 31, 2005. Abstract: A utility presently operates two 16.8 MVAr capacitor banks in a 161/69kV substation. Supplied by this substation are residential, commercial, and industrial loads, including a steel manufacturing facility. For increased voltage support, the utility is investigatingContinue reading “Transmission System Harmonics Study”

Solutions to Mitigate Harmonics

Published by Electrical Installation Wiki, Chapter M. Power harmonics management – Solutions to mitigate harmonics There are three different types of solutions to attenuate harmonics: • Modifications in the installation• Special devices in the supply system• Filtering Basic solutions to mitigate harmonics To limit the propagation of harmonics in the distribution network, different solutions are availableContinue reading “Solutions to Mitigate Harmonics”

Harmonics Standards

Published by Electrical Installation Wiki, Chapter M. Power harmonics management – Harmonics standards Harmonic emissions are subject to various standards and regulations: • Compatibility standards for distribution networks• Emissions standards applying to the equipment causing harmonics• Recommendations issued by Utilities and applicable to installations In view of rapidly attenuating the effects of harmonics, a tripleContinue reading “Harmonics Standards”