Synthetic inertia controller of a wind power plant as a means of increasing the stability of electric power systems

Abstract

The article discusses the use of wind power plants as sources of synthetic inertia to enhance power system stability and reduce frequency fluctuations. This research explores the feasibility of implementing a synthetic inertia controller in wind power plants to decrease the magnitude of frequency oscillations during transient operating conditions. The growing integration of wind farms into modern power grids leads to a reduction in the overall kinetic energy, or inertia, available in the system. As a result, the grid may become more vulnerable to disturbances. When the system inertia is too low, frequency stability can be affected, especially when large generating units suddenly fail or disconnect from the grid. In general, a lower level of inertia in the system causes larger frequency deviations following an imbalance in active power. To overcome this issue, a synthetic inertia regulator for wind power plants has been developed, enabling wind turbines to support the grid and reduce the depth of frequency drops during transient events.