Robust droop control of grid-connected inverters

M. Elkayam, A. Kuperman, J. M. Guerrero

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Abstract

The use of distributed generation in microgrid systems is becoming a popular way to provide a reliable source of electricity to critical loads. Droop control techniques are used in power systems for the synchronization of grid-connected inverters by local measurements of active and reactive powers. Despite the benefits of distributed generation, the drawback is that large grid-side impedance steps can cause a system to become unstable. A robust control method based on disturbance observer is proposed in this paper. When the proposed robust controller is utilized, closed loop performance remains nearly nominal throughout the whole operation range. Simulation results confirm theoretical issues.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2016 IEEE International Conference on the Science of Electrical Engineering, ICSEE 2016
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
ISBN (Electronic)9781509021529
DOIs
StatePublished - 4 Jan 2017
Externally publishedYes
Event2016 IEEE International Conference on the Science of Electrical Engineering, ICSEE 2016 - Eilat, Israel
Duration: 16 Nov 201618 Nov 2016

Publication series

Name2016 IEEE International Conference on the Science of Electrical Engineering, ICSEE 2016

Conference

Conference2016 IEEE International Conference on the Science of Electrical Engineering, ICSEE 2016
Country/TerritoryIsrael
CityEilat
Period16/11/1618/11/16

Keywords

  • Droop control
  • disturbance observer
  • robust control

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Science Applications
  • Hardware and Architecture
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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