Distributed generation from renewable sources in an isolated DC network

V. Azbe and R. Mihalic

Renewable Energy, 2006, vol. 31, issue 14, 2370-2384

Abstract: This article describes a direct current (DC) isolated network that is infed with distributed generation from renewable sources and cogeneration units. The sources are connected to the network via DC/DC converters to keep the voltage within a defined range and to ensure the required power flow. The consumption is directly connected to the DC network, without any DC/DC converter. The storage is located at a single point in the network. A simulation analysis based on a DC-network model shows that it is possible to operate a DC network with standard elements used for the generation side as well as for the consumption side. The key elements are the DC/DC converters, which control the voltage of the network and optimize the operation of the sources.

Keywords: Distributed generation; Renewable sources; Power system control; DC network (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2006
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2006.01.001

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