Application of harmonic injection method to analyse Sub-Synchronous Control Interactions (SSCI)

Abstract: Wind farms are commonly connected to the main grid through compensated lines which increases the power transfer capability of the line. Double Fed Induction Generator (DFIG) wind turbines in connection to compensated lines can experience Sub-Synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI) which can bring system quantities above allowed levels. The work conducted in this thesis describes the use of harmonic injection to analyze the DFIG. The method describes how to analyze the DFIG such that it can be used to determine if the DFIG will experience SSCI. By using Electro-Magnetic Transient (EMT) software, the work shows how the method can be used to analyze the DFIG both to find the resonant frequency as well as if the oscillations will be sufficiently damped or undamped. Using the method of harmonic injection, the DFIG’s internal control parameters are also investigated and the equivalent frequency dependant resistance of the system is measured. After analyzing the DFIG, a Power Oscillation Damper (POD) is implemented as a supplementary control system in the DFIG control system to dampen the SSCI. The POD is optimized using PSCAD and is validated using the harmonic injection method.