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Sizing and Location Selection of Medium-Voltage Back-to-Back Converters for DER-Dominated Distribution Systems
  • Xiangqi Zhu,
  • Barry Mather,
  • Akanksha Singh
Xiangqi Zhu
Oregon State University

Corresponding Author:zxqsdu@gmail.com

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Barry Mather
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Akanksha Singh
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Abstract

Medium-voltage back-to-back (MVB2B) converters can connect two distribution systems and quantifiably transfer power between them. This function can enable the MVB2B converter to exchange distributed energy resource (DER)-generated power between two systems and bring significant value to enhancing distribution system DER adoption. Our previous work analyzed and demonstrated the value the MVB2B converter can bring to DER integration. As continuous work, this paper presents a methodology that helps address the MVB2B converter sizing and location selection problem in distribution systems with high DER penetrations. The proposed methodology aims to address three critical problems for MVB2B converter implementation in the real world: 1) which distribution systems are better to be connected, 2) what converter size is appropriate for connecting the distribution systems, and 3) where the optimal connection points are in the systems for connecting the MVB2B converter. The proposed methodology has been demonstrated by case studies that include various scenarios involving distribution systems with different dominated load types and high photovoltaic penetrations.
27 Oct 2024Submitted to IET Generation, Transmission & Distribution
28 Oct 2024Submission Checks Completed
28 Oct 2024Assigned to Editor
29 Oct 2024Review(s) Completed, Editorial Evaluation Pending
15 Dec 2024Reviewer(s) Assigned