
The integration of large-scale offshore wind farms with High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) interconnections is vital to achieving global energy transition targets. However, the complex dynamics of these systems—especially when configured as multi-infeed AC offshore islands— pose significant challenges during transient disturbances such as AC and DC faults. Traditional methods fall short in addressing stability and control in such multi-infeed HVDC environments. To address this gap, a coordinated control strategy has been developed to enhance transient stability and system resilience. The strategy incorporates advanced control functions, including Fault Ride Through (FRT) capability, active power-frequency (P/f) droop control, and a central master controller. These elements work together to enable fault tolerance, manage power imbalances, and optimize post-fault recovery through dynamic adjustment of control set-points. This novel approach has been validated through comprehensive simulations in PSCAD/EMTDC, demonstrating strong performance across a range of fault scenarios. Building on these promising results, the TS-HVDC project—led by Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) WSP, and Barcelona Tech (UPC)—aims to experimentally validate the strategy using hardware-in-the-loop testing at TECNALIA’s laboratories. Key aspects of the project include: • Coordinated control of HVDC interconnectors and offshore wind farms to ensure robust system response and recovery under various fault conditions, including both AC and DC disturbances. • Validation of the proposed control strategy through both detailed simulation studies and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, leveraging TECNALIA’s state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. The project’s outcomes are expected to offer crucial insights and practical guidelines for the future design and operation of resilient multi-infeed offshore energy systems, enabling secure and reliable integration of renewable energy at scale.
TS HVDC, User Project, Report, ERIGrid 2.0, H2020, European Union (EU), Lab Access, GA 870620
TS HVDC, User Project, Report, ERIGrid 2.0, H2020, European Union (EU), Lab Access, GA 870620
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