A directional protection technique for MTDC networks

Ahmed Samir, Ahmed E.B. Abu-Elanien, Ayman S. Abdel-Khalik, Ahmed M. Massoud, Shehab Ahmed

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Abstract

This paper suggests a new protection algorithm for a multi-terminal direct current (MTDC) networks. The current values and directions at each bus connecting more than one line are determined. The measured values of line currents are used to detect faulty conditions based on a specific threshold value. The faulted line is identified using the current direction through each line during a fault. For lines linking buses that connect multiple lines, simple communication system is required between the ends of these lines to identify an internal fault. The communication time is compensated due to the fast decision. Communication between buses is not required during normal conditions; therefore, the communication task is simplified. Simulation results show that the proposed algorithm is effective in protection of MTDC.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication2015 4th International Conference on Electric Power and Energy Conversion Systems, EPECS 2015
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781467391306
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 29 2015
Externally publishedYes
Event4th International Conference on Electric Power and Energy Conversion Systems, EPECS 2015 - Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Duration: Nov 24 2015Nov 26 2015

Publication series

Name2015 4th International Conference on Electric Power and Energy Conversion Systems, EPECS 2015

Conference

Conference4th International Conference on Electric Power and Energy Conversion Systems, EPECS 2015
Country/TerritoryUnited Arab Emirates
CitySharjah
Period11/24/1511/26/15

Keywords

  • DC circuit breakers
  • DC fault
  • VSC-HVDC
  • fault component
  • fault detection
  • multi-terminal direct current (MTDC)
  • protection algorithms
  • wind farms

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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