Mathematical Modeling of Multiple Capacitor Coupled Substations (CCS) Impact on Transmission Lines and Approaches for Ferroresonance Suppression

Rural electrification remains a critical challenge in achieving equitable access to electricity, a cornerstone for poverty alleviation, economic growth, and improved living standards. Capacitor Coupled Substations (CCS) offer a promising solution for delivering cost-effective electricity to these underserved areas. However, the integration of multiple CCS units along a transmission network introduces complex interactions that can significantly impact voltage, current, and power flow. This study presents a detailed mathematical model to analyze the effects of varying distances and configurations of multiple CCS units on a transmission network, with a focus on voltage stability, power quality, and reactive power fluctuations. Furthermore, the research addresses the phenomenon of ferroresonance, a critical issue in networks with multiple CCS units, by developing and validating suppression strategies to ensure stable operation. Through simulation and practical testing, the study provides insights into optimizing CCS deployment, ultimately contributing to more reliable and efficient rural electrification solutions.

Mitigation of Transients in Capacitor Coupled Substations Using Traditional RLC Filter Techniques

This article presents an extensive examination and modeling of Capacitor Coupled Substations (CCS), noting some of their inherent constraints. The underlying implementation of a CCS is to supply electricity directly from high-voltage (HV) transmission lines to low-voltage (LV) consumers through coupling capacitors and is said to be cost-effective as compared to conventional distribution networks. However, the functionality of such substations is susceptible to various transient phenomena, including ferroresonance and overvoltage occurrences. To address these challenges, the study uses simulations to evaluate the effectiveness of conventional resistor-inductor-capacitor (RLC) filter in mitigating hazardous overvoltage resulting from transients. The proposed methodology entails using standard RLC filter to suppress transients and its associated overvoltage risks. Through a series of MATLAB/Simulink simulations, the research emphasizes the practical effectiveness of this technique. The study examines the impact of transients under varied operational scenarios, including no-load switching conditions, temporary short-circuits, and load on/off events. The primary aim of the article is to assess the viability of using an established technology to manage system instabilities upon the energization of a CCS under no-load circumstances or in case of a short-circuit fault occurring on the primary side of the CCS distribution transformer. The findings underscore the effectiveness of conventional RLC filters in suppressing transients induced by the CCS no-load switching.

Review on Commissioning Test of Three Gorges Power Transmission & Substation Project

Holding the greatest power transmission capacity in China, Three Gorges power transmission and substation (T&S) project is an important landmark in the

Shanghai Hua Tong Switchgear Works -A Major Switchgear Manufacturer for Power Transmission, Substation and Distribution in China

Founded in 1919, Shanghai Hua Tong Switchgear Works ("HTSW" in short for below) is one of large enterprises on state level. With high and new technology, it is designed as an export base for mechanical and electrical product of the Ministry of Machinery Industry as well. It has been awarded the honor of first grade factory in the competition for key and major project construction in Shanghai year by year,

Investigation of Shunt Active Power Filters in Railway Systems, Substation Installation

This paper investigates the performance of SAPFs （shunt active power filters） which are introduced in order to address the quality issues in electrified railway supply systems. These filters can be installed at either the S/S （substation） end or at the SP （sectioning post） of the railway feeding power system. In this investigation novel control algorithms, based on the synchronously rotating frame of reference, are proposed for the case when the SAPF is installed at the substation end and its performance is assessed. The effectiveness of the proposed control algorithms are illustrated via Matlab/SimPower computer simulations and validated via comparisons with other publications. This investigation demonstrated that when the SAPF is installed at the substation side, it can effectively compensate for the higher harmonic supply current. In addition, the reactive power demand is fully compensated for, leading to close to unity power factor. However, the voltage drop/sag at the locomotive power supply feed point is only partially compensated for.

An Algorithm for Optimal Firewall Placement in IEC61850 Substations

Recently, most electric power substations have adopted production control systems, such as SCADA systems, which communicate with field devices and remotely control processes from a computer screen. However, these systems together with protection measures and additional control actions (using protocol IEC61850) seem not to be enough to free substations of security attacks (e.g. virus, intruders, forgery or unauthorized data manipulation). This paper analyzes the main features of an electric power substation together with the aspects that might be significantly affected by cyber-attacks. The paper also presents the implementation of a specific security system (i.e. firewall-wise system) intended to protect a target distribution network.

Research on the Process Layer and Substation Layer Relay Protection in Smart Substation Relay Protection

The intelligent substation relay protection facility is a fundamental element in construction of modern power system,based on the principles of flexibility,security and accuracy,and it can be divided into process layer and substation layer according to specific equipment.The former is suitable for individual sampling of disposable equipment,can be separated from the base station synchronization sampling,with the help of synchronous digital system and ping-pong algorithm to achieve synchronization of the overall sampling,that is to take the distribution protection components,through the separate transmission medium to realize the information transmission;the latter is for variable power plant components centralized backup protection,taking online real-time tuning technique.

Modeling and Simulation of a Transmission Line Response to a 400 kV/400V Capacitor Coupled Substation

The access to electricity in rural areas is extremely limited, but it is crucial for all citizens. The population in rural areas of sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries is generally low, making it economically unfeasible to implement traditional rural electrification (CRE) projects due to the high cost of establishing the necessary distribution infrastructure. To address this cost issue, one alternative technology for rural electrification (URE) that can be explored is the Capacitor Coupled Substation (CCS) technology. CCS is a cost-effective solution for supplying electricity to rural areas. The research is necessitated by the need to offer a cost-effective technology for supplying electricity to sparsely populated communities. This paper examines the impact on the transmission network when a 400 kV/400V CCS is connected to it. The system response when a CCS is connected to the network was modeled using MATLAB/Si-mulink. The results, based on the fixed load of 80 kW, showed negligible interference on the transmission line voltage. However, there was minor impact on the parameters downstream of the tapping point. These findings were further supported by introducing a fault condition to the CCS, which showed that interferences with the CCS could affect the overall stability of the transmission network downstream of the tapping node, similar to the behavior of an unstable load.

Integrated Approach to the Formation of Service Areas for Urban Substations of Different Voltage

UPSS （urban power supply system） is a part of the region or the state power supply system. UPSS development is closely connected with region power supply system development as a whole. The decision of questions of long-term and middle-term planning of UPSS development occurs in the conditions of incompleteness and uncertainty of the initial information. Nevertheless in these conditions the acceptance of development strategy should be based on perspective electric loads of urban TS （transformer substations）. There are difficulties with a rational placement of substations in the city with the developed infrastructure. Such problem by theoretically grounded approach to rational formation of UPSS is solved. The hierarchical structure of the organizational construction, voltage levels and load densities is considered. The mathematical and geometrical modeling of service areas for transformer substations of different voltage is fulfilled. The method of graphic placement of transformer substations in the city territory for new substations at existing structure of networks is offered. The aim of the work is to present the new uniform approach which allows finding a rational decision for new substations＇ placement in cities with developed infrastructure on the beginning design stages in conditions of the information uncertainty. The calculation program Microsoft EXCEL and the graphic program AutoCAD are used for realization of method.

Requirements and Proposed Solutions for Future Smart Distribution Substations

This paper proposes a novel solution for the secondary system of a primary distribution substation. First an evaluation is made of the changes that are to be expected for distribution substations in the future. Distributed generation, electric vehicles and other active resources will change the behavior of the distribution network in a manner that will have a great deal of implications for distribution substations. The question is how the role of the distribution substations will change when the visions of smart grids become reality. The proposed solution consists of bay level protection and control IEDs forming the backbone of the secondar？, system. The functionality is complemented with a substation level Station Computer, providing value added and advanced functionality. In addition required communication and time synchronization methods are presented. A life cycle cost evaluation is also performed on the proposed solution, and it is compared with the current dominant concept based exclusively on bay level devices.

Mathematical Modeling and Control Algorithm Development for Bidirectional Power Flow in CCS-CNT System

As the demand for more efficient and adaptable power distribution systems intensifies, especially in rural areas, innovative solutions like the Capacitor-Coupled Substation with a Controllable Network Transformer (CCS-CNT) are becoming increasingly critical. Traditional power distribution networks, often limited by unidirectional flow capabilities and inflexibility, struggle to meet the complex demands of modern energy systems. The CCS-CNT system offers a transformative approach by enabling bidirectional power flow between high-voltage transmission lines and local distribution networks, a feature that is essential for integrating renewable energy sources and ensuring reliable electrification in underserved regions. This paper presents a detailed mathematical representation of power flow within the CCS-CNT system, emphasizing the control of both active and reactive power through the adjustment of voltage levels and phase angles. A control algorithm is developed to dynamically manage power flow, ensuring optimal performance by minimizing losses and maintaining voltage stability across the network. The proposed CCS-CNT system demonstrates significant potential in enhancing the efficiency and reliability of power distribution, making it particularly suited for rural electrification and other applications where traditional methods fall short. The findings underscore the system's capability to adapt to varying operational conditions, offering a robust solution for modern power distribution challenges.

Measurement-based approach for identification of static load model of electric power system

The validity of electric power system simulation or prediction models depends on static load model. Measurement- based approach is the unique method to identify them adequately. The measured power depends on both load reaction to supply voltage alteration and random process of load alteration Basically, there is no any universal method that can single out the inherent static load model from experimental data. The paper offers a proprietary technique which is the particular solution of the task. The technique considers the selection of neighboring measurement pairs with the supply voltage altering significantly be-tween them, the exclusion of selected pairs by load power factor and subsequent selection of the inherent static load model presented as the polynomial load model. The usage of the technique to identify static load model at “Fenster” industrial enterprise （in Borisov city） is presented. The ideas considered in the paper can be used for future development of static load model identification methods with the data obtained during both active experiment and in other operating models of electric power systems.

North-Channel Projects for Sending Power from West to East

On August 20, 2002, the construction-starting ceremonies of the north-channel projects for sending power from west to east were solemnly held at one main meeting place and five sub-meeting places simultaneously. The north-channel projects for sending power from west to east started to construct this time include three transmission and substation projects and four power source projects. This paper makes a brief introduction to the seven projects.

Current State of Simulation Technique Application in Northeast Power Network

This paper details the computer simulationtechnique application in Northeast ElectricPower Network and the simulators’ structure.technical characteristic and functions. Theirusage in thermal power plants, hydropowerstations, substations and the power system arealso introduced.

电力信息物理系统中信息系统物理化的建模及分析方法

该文基于信息系统物理化的设想提出电力信息物理系统(cyber-physical power system,CPPS)中的信息流建模和计算分析方法。采用连续时间函数来刻画信息流的特征,并定义信息网络运行参数为流量累积函数、信息流速和时延。首先,基于遍历法搜索出信息流路径,建立信息流速矩阵的范式;然后利用改进的网络演算(network calculus,NC)特性赋值流速矩阵的元素;进一步采用流量累积函数表征信源数据发送规律,从而显式求解时延上界。最后将提出的信息流建模方法应用于智能变电站自动化系统的时延计算,通过与OPNET的仿真结果相比较,验证所提出模型的有效性,而且该方法可以提供定量分析指标以优化变电站组网方案设计中的信息流分布。

110 k V变电站光伏节能减排系统研究

基于A 110 kV变电站,探讨了光伏节能减排系统的设计思路和应用效果。构建的光伏节能减排系统借助光伏发电技术,将太阳能转化为电能,为变电站提供清洁能源,降低对传统电网的依赖,同时有效降低成本,实现节能降耗目标,这对于促进中国电力行业健康、可持续发展极为有利。

高比例分布式电源配电网中低压柔性互联协调规划

柔性互联技术是解决高比例分布式电源(distributed generation,DG)配电网面临诸多问题的有效手段之一。提出了一种基于多层优化的配电网中压与低压柔性互联协调规划方法。首先,建立基于电力电子柔性互联设备(flexible interconnected devices,FID)的中低压柔性互联配电网潮流模型。然后,构建三层协调规划模型,上层以低压FID年运行成本及台区变压器负载率的年方差最小为目标,中层以中压FID年运行成本及从上级电网年购电成本最小为目标,分别决策低压和中压FID的安装位置与容量,下层以各场景的从上级电网购电成本最小为目标优化系统运行,并采用自适应粒子群优化和二阶锥规划相结合的混合算法求解。最后,采用含高比例DG的IEEE 33节点配电网进行算例分析,通过柔性互联规划系统的年综合运行成本降低了19.01%,台区变压器负载率的年方差减少了82.59%,验证了所提规划模型的有效性。

大西高铁牵引供电系统提速方案研究

研究目的:大西高铁线下工程按时速350 km设计,时速250 km开通运营,拟提速至时速300 km。确定提速改造方案需对既有牵引供电系统供电能力及设备状况进行评估及校验,结合牵引负荷增长需求,按5 min、4 min追踪间隔对全线牵引网电压水平和接触网有效电流进行研究,通过牵引供电设施分布、牵引变压器容量和其他设备容量分析,确定设备补强方案;通过弓网仿真研究确定接触网系统张力,进而校核接触网基础容量及零部件的适应性并确定改造方案。研究结论:(1)经对既有牵引供电系统供电能力及设备仿真分析,既有供电设施分布满足提速要求,除西安北牵引变电所牵引变压器安装容量满足要求外,其余牵引变电所均需增容改造;(2)牵引变电所配电装置维持既有布置方案,对容量不满足要求的电流互感器和导线进行扩容改造;(3)接触悬挂线材维持既有型号,正线额定张力调整至28.5 kN+21 kN,同步改造部分接触网零部件;(4)本研究成果可为高速铁路牵引供电系统提速、达速及提质等类似工程提供借鉴和参考。

生命线工程的可靠性研究进展分析(Ⅱ)——国内电力系统的抗震可靠性

为了解国内电力系统的抗震可靠性研究现状,基于知识图谱分析软件CiteSpace分别对城市电力系统—城市电力系统抗震(可靠性)—城市电力系统抗震可靠性3个层次4个领域的发文量、发文作者、发文机构、期刊和关键词展开系统分析,梳理该领域的历史发展脉络,明确热点问题、核心团队以及研究主题。通过进一步分析研究主题,明确其研究现状和关键科学问题。研究表明:国内电力系统的抗震可靠性研究主要包括地震灾害、地震反应、易损性、可靠性4个方面;关键科学问题包括不同电力设备与设施的震害机理与抗震措施、电力系统不同元件地震易损性分析方法、变电站和城市电网系统的韧性评估方法与提升理论、以电网为核心的耦合基础设施系统的灾害传播机理与量化模型4个方面。