Extending Operational Zone of Rotary Power Flow Controller by Controlling Tap-changers of Transformers

Abstract

This paper proposes a method for extending the ability of rotary power flow controller (RPFC) using tap-changer of the RPFC’s transformers. A detailed model of the device is presented to analyze the effects of the tap changer operation on the performance of the RPFC. To evaluate the results, the RPFC model is simulated using PSCAD/EMTDC software. Dynamic operation of the RPFC on a 400 kV transmission line is studied. Based on the results, using tap-changer of transformers can extend the RPFC ability to control the active power of the transmission line about 25%.

Keywords

• Rotary Power Flow Controller (RPFC)
• Rotary Phase Shifting Transformer
• Active Power Control
• tap-changing transformer
• dynamic stability.