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University of Idaho ECE591
Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
Research Colloquium
Modeling and Design of a Static
Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM)
for the UI Analog Model Power System
Achyut Lamichhane, Graduate Student
Univ. Idaho Electrical Engineering
Abstract: Fast, efficient dynamic reactive power compensation is important for
maintaining voltage stability on the electric power grid as a whole as well as
maintaining local voltage regulation to the customer. Dynamic reactive
compensation is discussed in several courses in the ECE program. In this
presentation, the design and modeling of a static synchronous compensator
(STATCOM) that can be connected the Analog Model Power System (AMPS) at the
University of Idaho for classroom instruction will be presented. A detailed averaged
and switching model of a STATCOM will be presented. The goal of the modeling is
to replicate the real world behavior of the STATCOM interfaced with the AMPS
which will provide a basis for class projects and studies related to the reactive power
compensation to the AMPS. After we have the modeling of the STATCOM which
is interfaced with the AMPS, we will run the simulations to verify the STATCOM
works as intended.
Thursday, April 17, 2014
3:30-4:20PM
EP214
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