Search for dissertations about: "Modular Multilevel Converters MMC"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 14 swedish dissertations containing the words Modular Multilevel Converters MMC.

  2. 1. Cost-effective Cells for High-power Modular Multilevel Converters

    Author : Matthijs Heuvelmans; Staffan Norrga; Hans-Peter Nee; Rik De Doncker; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; MMC; modular multilevel converter; ARCP; IGCT; soft-switching; ZVS; ZCS; snubber; thyristor; SCR; silicon controlled rectifier; HVDC; STATCOM; Electrical Engineering; Elektro- och systemteknik;

    Abstract : The modular multilevel converter (MMC) topology was introduced in 2003and has since been receiving considerable attention from industry and academia.Notable benefits compared to two- or three-level voltage source convertersare its scalability, low switching losses, low output filter requirementsand ease of adding redundancy combined with fail-safe operation. READ MORE

  4. 2. Modeling of Modular Multilevel Converters for Stability Analysis

    Author : Luca Bessegato; Stefan Östlund; Staffan Norrga; Lennart Harnefors; Xiongfei Wang; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Modular multilevel converters MMCs ; stability; admittance; frequency-domain analysis; linearization techniques; current control; voltage control; ac ac converters; railway engineering.; Modulära multinivåomvandlare MMC ; stabilitet; admittans; frekvensanalys; linjäriseringsmetoder; strömreglering; spänningsreglering; ac ac omvandlare; järnvägsteknik.; Electrical Engineering; Elektro- och systemteknik;

    Abstract : Modular multilevel converters (MMCs) have recently become the state-of-the-art solution for various grid-connected applications, such as high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems and flexible alternating current transmission systems (FACTS). Modularity, scalability, low power losses, and low harmonic distortion are the outstanding properties that make MMCs a key technology for a sustainable future. READ MORE

  5. 3. Hybrid Converters for HVDC Transmission

    Author : Panagiotis Bakas; Lennart Harnefors; Staffan Norrga; Hans-Peter Nee; Stephen Finney; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; High-voltage direct current HVDC ; hybrid alternate-common arm converter HACC ; hybrid converters; line-commutated converters LCCs ; modular multilevel converters MMCs ; thyristors; Hybrid alternate-common-arm converter HACC ; hybrid omvandlare; högspänd likströmsöverföring HVDC ; linjekommuterade omvandlare LCC ; modulära multinivåomvandlare MMC ; tyristorer; Electrical Engineering; Elektro- och systemteknik;

    Abstract : The line-commutated converter (LCC) and the voltage-source converter (VSC) are the two main converter technologies utilized in high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission applications. Depending on the application requirements, one technology might be more advantageous than the other. READ MORE

  6. 4. Silicon-Carbide-Based High-Voltage Submodules for HVDC Voltage-Source Converters

    Author : Keijo Jacobs; Hans-Peter Nee; Staffan Norrga; Marc Hiller; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Silicon carbide; HVDC converters; voltage source converters; modular multilevel converters; submodule topologies; metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor MOSFET ; insulated-gate bipolar-transistor IGBT ; power semiconductor devices; high-voltage; Electrical Engineering; Elektro- och systemteknik;

    Abstract : In order to transition to renewable energy sources and simultaneously meet the increasing demand for electrical energy, highly flexible and efficient grids are required. High-voltage direct-current (HVDC) transmission and grids are foreseen to be a vital part of the future electricity grid. READ MORE

  7. 5. Efficient Modeling of Modular Multilevel Converters for HVDC Transmission Systems

    Author : Noman Ahmed; Hans-Peter Nee; Tim Green; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; High-Voltage dc; Modular Multilevel Converter; Voltage-Source Converter; HVDC Grids; Multiterminal DC Systems; Hybrid HVDC Breaker; Modeling; Electrical Engineering; Elektro- och systemteknik;

    Abstract : The drive towards getting more and more electrical energy from renewable sources, requires more efficient electric transmission systems. A stronger grid, with more controllability and higher capacity, that can handle power fluctuations due to a mismatch between generation and load is also needed. READ MORE