Performance Analysis of 3-∅ Self-Excited Induction Generator with Rectifier Load

Performance Analysis of 3-∅ Self-Excited Induction Generator with Rectifier Load

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ABSTRACT- In this paper the steady-state analysis of self excited induction generator is presented and a method to calculate the all parameters which is required in 3- cage induction motor working as a generator in the self-excited mode of operation. It is well known that, harmonics are generated at the input side of the induction generator due to the presence of rectifier circuit which is non linear. In this paper, the various rectifier loads connected with the SEIG are simulated and evaluated. The FFT algorithm is used to analyze the harmonic currents and voltages under steady-state conditions. Simulation is carried out for the proposed system using MATLAB/Simulink software power system tools.

Index Terms- SEIG, FFT, Harmonics Factor, Total harmonics distortion.

I. INTRODUCTION

The behavior of a self-excited induction generator (SEIG) with capacitor bank has been studied for over 60 years we have studied the performance of a SEIG feeding various static loads, dynamic loads has also investigated. But now we are studying about the performance of nonlinear loads fed by a SEIG. The increasing concern to the environment and fast depleting conventional resources have motivated the researchers towards rationalizing the use of conventional energy resources and exploring.

The non-conventional energy resources to meet the ever-increasing energy demand .Induction generators are often used in wind turbines and some micro hydro installations due to their ability to produce useful power at varying speeds [1].

Induction generators require an external supply to produce a rotating magnetic flux. The external reactive supply can be supplied from the electrical grid or from the

externally connected capacitor bank, once it starts producing power.

II. INDUCTION GENERATOR

Similar to an induction motor. Induction generators produce electrical power when their shaft is rotated faster than the synchronous speed of the equivalent induction motor. Induction generators are often used in wind turbines and some micro hydro installations due to their ability to produce useful power at varying speeds.

To excite the generator, external reactive supply can be supplied from the electrical grid or from the externally connected capacitor bank, once it starts producing power. The rotating magnetic flux from the stator induces currents in the rotor, which also produces a magnetic field. If the rotor rotates slower than the rate of the rotating flux, the machine acts like an induction motor. If the rotor rotates faster, it acts like a generator, producing power at the synchronous frequency [2].

1. Advantages and Disadvantages of Induction Generator

   • Advantages

     Simple and robust construction Run independently

     Inexpensive as compared to the conventional synchronous generator.

     Minimal maintenance Inherent overload protection

     Stand-alone applications, no fixed frequency

     Less material costs because of the use of electromagnets rather than Permanent magnets.

   • Disadvantages

     Requires significant reactive energy Poor power factor.

     Poor voltage and frequency regulation.

2. Classification of Induction Generators

   • Classification on the basis of their rotor construction:

     Squirrel cage induction generator Wound rotor induction generator

   • Classification on the basis of their excitement process:

     Grid connected induction generator Self-excited induction generator

   • Grid Connected Induction Generator:

     The grid-connected induction generator (GCIG) takes the reactive power from the grid, and generates real power via slip control when driven above the synchronous speed, so it is called grid connected induction generator.

     Fig:-1.1 Grid Connected Induction Generator

   • Self-Excited Induction Generator (SEIG)

     Grid connected

     Grid connected

     The self excited induction generator takes the power for excitation process from a capacitor bank, connected across the stator terminals of the induction generator. This capacitor bank also supplies the reactive power to the load. [3]

     Fig: – 1.2 Self-Excited Induction Generator (SEIG)

   • Classification on the basis of prime movers used, and their locations:

   Constant speed constant frequency (CSCF) Variable speed constant frequency (VSCF) Variable speed variable frequency (VSVF)

3. Applications of Induction Generator

Electrification of far flung areas: For feeding critical locations:

As a portable source of power supply

III.STEADY STATE ANALYSIS OF SEIG

Steady-state analysis of SEIG is of interest, both from the design and operational point of view. The terminal voltage and frequency are unknown and Have to be computed for a given speed, capacitance and load impedance. The analysis is complicated owing to the magnetic saturation in the machine and the need to choose suitable parameters corresponding to this saturated condition.

For the Steady-state analysis, the following assumptions are made:

1. Only the magnetizing reactance is assumed to be affected by magnetic saturation, and all other parameters of the equivalent circuit are assumed to be constant.

2. Leakage reactance of stator and rotor, in per unit, are taken to be equal. This assumption is normally valid in induction-machine analysis.

3. Core loss in the machine is neglected, although the analysis can be easily extended to account for core loss.

   IV. STEADY STATE MODEL OF INDUCTION MACHINE

   Fig: – 1.3 per phase equivalent circuit

   Following two solution techniques based on the steady-state equivalent circuit are:

   • Nodal Admittance Method

   • Loop Impedance Method

     V. DETERMINATION OF EQUIVELENT CIRCUIT PARAMETERS

   • No Load Test

   • Blocked Rotor Test

   • D. C Test

1. No-Load Test

   The no-load test on an induction motor is conducted to measure the rotational losses of the motor and to determine some of its equivalent circuit parameters. In this test, a rated, balanced ac voltage at a rated frequency is applied to the stator while it is running at no load, and input power, voltage, and phase currents are measured at the no-load condition.

   Fig: -1.4 simulink diagram of no load test

2. Blocked Rotor Test

   The blocked-rotor test on an induction motor is performed to determine some of its equivalent circuit parameters. In this test, the rotor of the induction motor is blocked, and a reduced voltage is applied to the stator terminals so that the rated current flows through the stator windings. The input power, voltage, and current are measured

   Fig: -1.5 simulink diagram of block rotor test

3. Measurement of Stator Resistance (D.C Test)

   The dc test is performed to compute the stator winding . A dc voltage is applied to the stator windings of an induction motor. The resulting current flowing through the stator windings is a dc current; thus, no voltage is induced in the rotor circuit, and the motor reactance is zero. The stator resistance is the only circuit parameter limiting current flow. [4]

   = 0.5

   Fig: -1.6 simulink diagram of D.C resistance test

   VI. MATLAB/SIMULINK MODELS

   Fig:-1.7 SEIG with diode rectifier load

   Fig: – 1.8 SEIG phase voltage rectifier load

   Harmonic analsys

   When the rectifier load is connected to the terminals of a SEIG the undesired problems, due to harmonic currents, such as additional power losses, high- frequency pulsating torque, the output capacity etc. To evaluate the harmonic components that are present in the generated voltages, stator currents, and load currents under the steady state conditions is analysed. The quality of the generated output voltage is evaluated by the total harmonic distortion (THD). The THD is an index of the closeness in shape between the

   waveform and its fundamental component and is defined as

   Where, V1 is the fundamental R.M.S component

   Fig:-1.9 SEIG line current due to diode rectifier hormonics

   Fig:-1.10 SEIG line current harmonic order at 50hz.

   Fig:-1.11 SEIG phase voltage due to diode rectifier harmonics

   Fig:-1.12 SEIG phase voltage harmonic order at 50hz

   Fig:-1.13 SEIG phase voltege due controlled rectifier load

   Fig:-1.14 SEIG phase voltage harmonic order at 50hz

   Fig:-1.15 .SEIG line current due to controlled rectifier load

   a dynamic DC motor load including the effect of the filter under steady-state conditions have been included. The harmonics of single stage and multi-phase rectifiers is analyzed.

   Fig:-1.16. SEIG line current harmonic order at 50hz.

   At different loads the THD and HF are calculated. These are shown in below tables

   For UN controlled rectifier:

   Load(	THD	HF
   91.63	29.8	36.7
   68.45	39.3	46 .7
   45. 81	56.7	63.4
   22.90	75.8	87.4

   Load(	THD	HF
   91.63	29.8	36.7
   68.45	39.3	46 .7
   45. 81	56.7	63.4
   22.90	75.8	87.4

   TABLE: – I

   REFERENCES

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      For controlled rectifier:

      Load(	THD	HF
      91.63	52.4	63.5
      68.45	62.9	71 .7
      45. 81	73.7	81.6
      22.90	83.8	91.4

      Load(	THD	HF
      91.63	52.4	63.5
      68.45	62.9	71 .7
      45. 81	73.7	81.6
      22.90	83.8	91.4

      TABLE: – II

   6. S. S. Murthy, O. P. Malik, and A. K. Tandon, Analysis of self excited induction generator, Proc. Inst. Elect. Eng. C, vol. 129, no. 6, Nov. pp. 260265, 1982.

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   1. Conclusions