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GRENZE International Journal of Engineering and Technology Vol. 9 (2023), Issue 1

Critical Review on Synchronization Methods and Fault Ride through Capability in Grid Connected PV

Authors

Anupam Kumar Roy, Ulhas Shiurkar, V. A. Kulkarni

Abstract

Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology's relevance to the electricity generating sector is continuously growing. Problems with synchronization arise when solar PV is integrated into the grid. Because of ongoing research, the small stand-alone system has been replaced by a grid-tied PV system. Since there is no shortage of solar power, grid-tied PV systems are becoming more and more common. As a starting point, you can create a more efficient grid-tied system. Study of grid-tied inverter operation and control reveals that the most critical properties to measure and regulate for grid-tied application are frequency, phase, and voltage amplitude. three-phase and single-phase synchronization methods are covered in this research. Due of its susceptibility to power system disruptions, a phase-locked loop (PLL) is a common grid synchronization technique. In less-than-ideal grid settings, traditional PLLs use a feedback loop filter (LF) to enhance steady-state performance. When it comes to designing power stages for PV- fed grid synchronization, the review study compares and contrasts various PLL and non PLL solutions. Researchers working on solar-powered grids will gain from this work. When the external grid is weak or catastrophic faults occur, grid-connected converters are at danger of losing synchronization with the external grid and other grid- connected converters. In light of this situation, there is a rising focus on synchronization mechanisms and developing techniques to predict grid-connected converter transient stability. In this paper, grid-connected converters can exhibit synchronization instability in the face of severe symmetrical grid faults, which are examined in depth. An in-depth analysis of each option is carried out so that an educated conclusion may be made.

Pages: 515 - 532