Modelling Wind Turbines for Power System Dynamics Simulations: An Overview

Abstract

Increasing amounts of wind turbines are connected to electrical power systems in order to mitigate the negative environmental consequences of conventional electricity generation. There are, however, fundamental differences between conventional and wind power generation, particularly regarding the controllability of the prime mover and the generator types used to convert mechanical energy into electricity. These differences relate to the interaction of wind turbines with the power system, including their impact on its dynamic behaviour. In order to investigate the impact of wind power on power system dynamics, adequate models are essential. However, generally accepted models for representing wind turbines in power-system dynamics simulations are presently not generally available. In this paper, various approaches and challenges for the simulation of power system dynamics are discussed and the associated modelling is analysed.