POWER QUALITY ISSUES MITIGATION USING MATRIX CONVERTER-BASED WIND ENERGY CONSERVATION SYSTEM

Abstract

Wind energy stands as one of the rapidly expanding sources of renewable energy worldwide. The intermittent nature of wind energy presents obstacles for integrating it into the grid, primarily because of the fluctuating power output from wind turbines. To ensure grid compatibility and enhance power quality, effective control strategies are imperative. This paper introduces a novel control scheme design for three-phase grid-connected wind energy conversion systems (WECS) aimed at optimizing power quality. By addressing the variability in wind power generation, the proposed control scheme facilitates seamless integration with the power grid, thus ensuring stable and reliable operation. Through advanced control techniques, this approach mitigates fluctuations in generator output, enhancing the overall performance and efficiency of WECS. The effectiveness of the proposed control scheme with matrix converter with different power quality parameters is demonstrated through Validation of the proposed system is verified through MATLAB/Simulink simulation showcasing its potential to strengthen the reliability and viability of wind energy as a sustainable power source.