Investigation of resonance between HVDC-MMC link and AC network

TL;DR

This paper investigates electrical resonance phenomena in HVDC-MMC links and AC networks, revealing conditions under which resonance occurs and how network parameters influence damping and stability.

Contribution

It provides a detailed numerical analysis of resonance conditions in HVDC-MMC systems, including real case simulations and insights into damping and parameter sensitivity.

Findings

Resonance is prominent in weak, long-cable networks.

Resonant harmonic amplitude dissipates quickly due to damping.

Network sensitivity to converter parameters affects resonance behavior.

Abstract

HVDC networks offer several advantages over traditional HVAC systems, particularly for long-distance power transmission and integration of renewable energy sources, such as reduced losses and enhanced stability and control, but also increase the risk of oscillations. This study investigates electrical resonant phenomena associated with HVDC stations through numerical EMT simulations. The findings indicate that electrical resonance is primarily pronounced in weak networks with long cables, as confirmed by the Nyquist criterion applied to frequency responses. Two real cases were successfully simulated in the time domain by introducing network changes, such as temporary faults and alterations in network's power strength, to activate the identified resonances. Notably, in a strong network with short cables, electrical resonance occurred alongside interactions between the network and the converter's protection system. The analysis of voltage waveforms revealed that the amplitude of the induced resonant harmonic dissipates quickly, indicating sufficient damping in the network configuration. Furthermore, the study confirmed the network's sensitivity to changes in converter parameters modeled using available MMC model.