Influence Analysis and Control Method of Ultra-Low Frequency Oscillation in a Hydro-Dominant Sending Power System with Wind Power Integration

Abstract

To make clear the influence of renewable energy on ultra-low-frequency oscillation (ULFO) in a hydro-dominant system via an high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission system, this paper studies the damping characteristics when wind power is integrated into the sending power system. The damping torque method is applied for the mechanism study and risk evaluation of ULFO. The study of the inner cause and outer performance proves that ULFO belongs to frequency oscillation rather than conventional power oscillation. According to the theoretical analysis, the suggested control mode is identified to reduce the risk of ULFO. Moreover, a robust controller is designed for wind units based on mixed H2/H∞ robust control theory, and the control method makes use of the fast response ability of the converter without compromising the primary frequency regulation ability. Finally, a simulation model of a hydro-dominant sending power system with wind integration is established in PSCAD Version 4.6 software. The simulations verify the proposed control can suppress ULFO effectively.