Overview of series connected flexible AC transmission systems (FACTS)

Michael Bocovich, Kartik Iyer, Ross M. Terhaar, Ned Mohan

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Abstract

Static series compensation devices provide additional flexibility in the operation of transmission lines. Many articles have been published in literature which demonstrate how static series connected FACTS devices can solve numerous power system problems. However, they are not widely utilized in the power industry. The complexity and cost of these devices make it hard to justify their installation. The paper presents the various applications of series connected FACTS devices and the controllers used in literature. It also presents a comparison between fixed and static series compensation device. The paper also explores the economic challenges of installing series connected FACTS devices on the electric power system and some possible economic solutions. A cost effective solution to implement static phase shifting at the neutral of power transformers is presented.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication45th North American Power Symposium, NAPS 2013
DOIs
StatePublished - 2013
Event45th North American Power Symposium, NAPS 2013 - Manhattan, KS, United States
Duration: Sep 22 2013Sep 24 2013

Publication series

Name45th North American Power Symposium, NAPS 2013

Other

Other45th North American Power Symposium, NAPS 2013
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityManhattan, KS
Period9/22/139/24/13

Keywords

  • Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS)
  • Phase Shifting Transformer (PST)
  • Thyristor Controlled Series Compensation (TCSC)
  • Unified Power Flow Controller (UPFC)

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