Enhancement of Wind Turbine Technologies through Innovations in Power Electronics

Authors: Sree Lakshmi Vineetha Bitragunta

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14507885

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8v5jn

Country: India

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Abstract: In today's context, wind energy is viewed as a highly viable choice for producing renewable energy. Since the 1980s, advancements in wind turbine systems have been remarkable, progressing from outputs of several tens of kilowatts to today's turbines that can deliver multiple megawatts, with specific models hitting capacities in the range of 6 to 8 MW. Wind turbines are now extensively incorporated into distribution networks and numerous large-scale wind power facilities function analogously to traditional power plants, establishing direct interfaces with transmission networks. With the escalating incorporation of wind energy within the power grid, coupled with the advancing capabilities of wind turbines, the ramifications for power grid operations have surfaced as a critical subject of investigation. This highlights the necessity for the evolution and adoption of intricate technologies, including power electronics, to improve the performance and trustworthiness of wind power systems. However, this rapid progression concurrently introduces a plethora of technological challenges that merit further investigation. This paper presents an extensive analysis of key innovations and emerging trends in wind power system technologies. The discussion begins with a comprehensive assessment of technological innovations and market dynamics, subsequently delving into an extensive examination of different wind turbine configurations, control systems, and power electronic converters. Additionally, the manuscript meticulously analyzes grid requirements and probes into the anticipated technological difficulties that future wind turbine systems could confront.

Keywords: WTS (Wind Turbine System), modular multilevel converters (MMCs), Power Electronic Converter (PEC), Doubly Fed Induction Generator (DFIG)

Paper Id: 231841

Published On: 2021-07-08

Published In: Volume 9, Issue 4, July-August 2021

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