Smart Switching and Control of a Distributed Generator Synchronized With National Grid

TL;DR

This paper presents a LabVIEW-based control system for synchronizing and managing distributed generators with the national grid, ensuring stability and efficient load sharing through smart switching algorithms.

Contribution

It introduces a novel control algorithm for seamless synchronization and load management of distributed energy resources using LabVIEW, validated through experimental lab tests.

Findings

Successful implementation of synchronization algorithm

Stable load shifting between sources during experiments

System demonstrates potential for smart grid applications

Abstract

Distributed generation is widely being utilized, so the basic theme of this research is to have a hands-on experience to synchronize a Distributed Energy Resource (DER) to the Mains Grid. A control algorithm is implemented for energy supply from both sources i.e. DER and Mains Grid, according to the cost and availability of each source. When load changes, so that the synchronization does not lose. LabVIEW software is used for the implementation of the desired system. Validation is done by experimenting in the lab. In order to keep the system stable, the algorithm has been developed to shift the load from one bus to the other depending upon the load requirements. The project is a test bed and can be used for further experimentation and prove helpful in developing a basic understanding of Smart Switching using LabVIEW.