Theory of the adjustable speed generation systems

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to provide a new theory of adjustable speed decoupled generation which has the potential to challenge existing coupled generation based on a classical synchronous generator operating with fixed speed.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper's approach is a theoretical consideration of the drawbacks of conventional fixed speed generation based on a synchronous generator and proposal of problem solutions by the introduction of a decoupled generation system with additional degree of freedom. Computer calculations are used as design and for preliminary verification. Tests in a real laboratory system equipped with modern components such as electrical machines and power electronic converters proved the theory.

Findings

Decoupled generation is realized in a very original way using new blocks, integration method and control. The developed system has been awarded more than six world patents. The system has additional degrees of freedom in speed and grid connection operation.

Originality/value

The research team has concentrated its research over many years and developed a generation system which has been awarded a great number of patents. A special axial flux, light and simple permanent magnet generator was developed and integrated to the prime mover. A three‐phase AC/AC power electronic converter and a DSP controller are integrated to a very small size and low weight. The invented topology provides a very reliable operation, high‐quality AC voltage in fully three‐phase non‐symmetrical load. There were also presentations on world conferences (EPE, PESC, EPE‐PEMC).

Citation

Koczara, W., Chlodnicki, Z., Ernest, E., Krasnodebski, A., Seliga, R., Brown, N.L., Kaminski, B. and Al‐Tayie, J. (2008), "Theory of the adjustable speed generation systems", COMPEL - The international journal for computation and mathematics in electrical and electronic engineering, Vol. 27 No. 5, pp. 1162-1177. https://doi.org/10.1108/03321640810890834