• Proceedings of the KIPE Conference
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• 2015.07a
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• pp.510-511
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• 2015

MMC(Modular Multilevel Converter)형 STATCOM 개발을 위해서는 시스템을 이루는 핵심 구성 요소인 Valve의 설계 및 신뢰성 검증이 매우 중요하다. Valve란 다수의 Sub-module을 직렬로 연결, 조합한 것이며 시스템의 용량에 따라 모듈의 직렬 개수가 정해진다. 그러므로 Valve의 최적 설계 및 제어가 시스템의 성능을 개선할 수 있는 주요 항목으로 작용한다. 본 논문에서는 이러한 Valve를 제작한 내용과 시험 설비를 통해 수행된 제품의 운전 특성에 대해서 기술하였다.

• Proceedings of the KIPE Conference
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• 2019.07a
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• pp.350-351
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• 2019

High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) 시스템은 고압 직류 송전을 위한 시스템이다. 고압 직류 송전을 위해서는 전력변환기가 교류전력을 직류전력으로 변환해주어야 하는데, 최근에는 모듈형 멀티레벨 컨버터(Modular Multilevel Converter, MMC)가 많이 적용되고 있다. 모듈형 멀티레벨 컨버터는 단위 서브모듈이 직렬로 구성되어야 하는데 기구적으로 하나의 밸브 구조물에 6개의 서브모듈이 일정한 간격을 두고 위치하게 된다. 모듈형 멀티레벨 컨버터의 특징 중에 하나는 예비모듈이 구성되어 가용율을 높일 수 있다는 것이다. 본 논문에서는 서브모듈의 IGBT 폭파에 의해 발생되는 플라즈마가 주변 서브모듈에 도달해 절연파괴를 발생시키는지 확인하였다.

• Proceedings of the KIPE Conference
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• 2018.11a
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• pp.27-29
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• 2018

본 논문은 모듈형 멀티레벨 컨버터 기반 특고압 직류 배전망의 수전 계통 사고 대응 기법을 제안한다. 수전 계통의 순간적인 저전압 및 단락 사고 발생 시 전력변환장치는 계통 전압의 정상화를 지원하기 위해 연계를 유지해야 하며 계통 측의 요구에 따라 전압 변동률에 따른 무효 전력을 공급해야 한다. 제안하는 기법은 계통 사고 발생 시 계통 코드에 따라 무효 전류를 공급하여 수전 계통의 전압 레벨 복구를 지원한다. 시뮬레이션을 통해 제안하는 계통 사고 대응 기법의 타당성을 확인한다.

• Journal of Power Electronics
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• v.15 no.3
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• pp.660-669
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• 2015

This paper presents a control scheme with a focus on the combination of phase disposition pulse width modulation (PDPWM) and DC capacitor voltage control for a chopper-cell based modular multilevel converter (MMC) for the purpose of eliminating the time-consuming voltage sorting algorithm and complex voltage balancing regulators. In this paper, the convergence of the DC capacitor voltages within one arm is realized by charging the minimum voltage module and discharging the maximum voltage module during each switching cycle with the assistances of MAX/MIN capacitor voltage detection and PDPWM signals exchanging. The process of voltage balancing control introduces no extra switching commutation, which is helpful in reducing power loss and improving system efficiency. Additionally, the proposed control scheme also possess the merit of a simple executing procedure in application. Simulation and experimental results indicates that the MMC circuit together with the proposed method functions very well in balancing the DC capacitor voltage and improving system efficiency even under transient states.

• Journal of Power Electronics
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• v.18 no.2
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• pp.467-481
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• 2018

Modular multilevel converter (MMC)-based high-voltage direct current (HVDC) presents attractive technical advantages and contributes to enhanced system operation and reduced oscillation damping in dynamic MMC-HVDC systems. We propose an advanced small-signal multi-terminal MMC-HVDC based on dynamic phasors and state space for power system stability analysis to enhance computational accuracy and reduce simulation time. In accordance with active and passive network control strategies for multi-terminal MMC-HVDC, the matchable small-signal stability models containing high harmonics and dynamics of internal variables are conducted, and a related theoretical derivation is carried out. The proposed advanced small-signal model is then compared with electromagnetic-transient and traditional small-signal state-space models by adopting a typical multi-terminal MMC-HVDC network with offshore wind generation. Simulation indicates that the advanced small-signal model can successfully follow the electromechanical transient response with small errors and can predict the damped oscillations. The validity and applicability of the proposed model are effectively confirmed.

• Journal of IKEEE
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• v.27 no.4
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• pp.430-438
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• 2023

The Modular Multilevel Converter (MMC) has emerged as a key component in HVDC systems due to its ability to efficiently transmit large amounts of power over long distances. In such systems, accurate estimation of the MMC capacitor voltage is of utmost importance for ensuring optimal system performance, stability, and reliability. Traditional methods for voltage estimation may face limitations in accuracy and robustness, prompting the need for innovative approaches. In this paper, we propose a novel distributed neural network observer specifically designed for MMC capacitor voltage estimation. Our observer harnesses the power of a multi-layer neural network architecture, which enables the observer to learn and adapt to the complex dynamics of the MMC system. By utilizing a distributed approach, we deploy multiple observers, each with its own set of neural network layers, to collectively estimate the capacitor voltage. This distributed configuration enhances the accuracy and robustness of the voltage estimation process. A crucial aspect of our observer's performance lies in the meticulous initialization of random weights within the neural network. This initialization process ensures that the observer starts with a solid foundation for efficient learning and accurate voltage estimation. The observer iteratively updates its weights based on the observed voltage and current values, continuously improving its estimation accuracy over time. The validity of proposed algorithm is verified by the result of estimated voltage at each observer in capacitor of MMC.

• Proceedings of the KIEE Conference
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• 2015.07a
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• pp.161-162
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• 2015

최근 세계적으로 전력계통의 대륙 간 연계나 신재생에너지, 분산전원의 계통 연계를 위해 HVDC(High voltage Direct Current)에 대한 연구가 활발히 진행되고 있다. 대용량, 장거리 송전이 필요한 경우 HVAC에서의 전력손실과 송전거리의 한계를 극복하기 위하여 HVDC가 새로운 대안으로 떠오르고 있으며, LCC(Line commutated Converter)와 VSC(Voltage Source Converter)의 기술발전이 비약적으로 이뤄지고 있다. 특히, DC Grid화를 위해서 유럽에서는 해상풍력을 연계한 Windfarm을 DC Grid화 하는 프로젝트가 활발히 진행되고 있다. 이러한 신재생 에너지의 계통 연계를 위해서 DC Grid가 본격적으로 논의가 되고 있고 관련분야에서는 기술개발을 앞다퉈 진행하고 있는 상황이다. DC Grid 구현을 위해 VSC HVDC가 최근 주목받고 있으며, VSC로 연계된 DC Grid의 AC 계통과의 연계를 위해 가장 필요한 것이 바로 DC 차단기라고 할 수 있겠다. 본 논문에서는 DC Grid의 고장분석을 위한 기초연구로써 MMC(Modular Multilevel Converter) VSC를 기반으로 한 Point-to-Point HVDC Grid에서의 DC 고장에 대한 분석을 실시하였으며 그 특징을 분석하였다.

• Journal of Power Electronics
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• v.16 no.2
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• pp.399-413
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• 2016

This paper presents a topology for a modular power electronic transformer (PET) and a control scheme. The proposed PET consists of a cascaded H-Bridge rectifier on the primary side, a high-frequency DC/DC conversion cell in the center, and a cascaded H-Bridge inverter on the secondary side. It is practical to use PETs in power systems to reduce the cost, weight and size. A detailed analysis of the structure is carried out by using equivalent circuit. An algorithm to control the voltages of each capacitor and to maintain the power flow in the PET is established. The merits are analyzed and verified in theory, including the bi-directional power flow, variable voltage/frequency and high power factor on the primary side. The experimental results validated the propose structure and algorithm.

• Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society
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• v.21 no.3
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• pp.17-23
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• 2020

This paper proposes a simulation model using an equivalent circuit for the development of an MMC system. The MMC has been chosen as the most suitable topology for high voltage power transmission, such as a voltage-type HVDC, and it has dozens to hundreds of sub-modules in the form of a half-bridge or full-bridge connected in series. A simulation study is essential for the development of an MMC algorithm. On the other hand, it is virtually impossible to construct and implement MMC simulation models, including hundreds or thousands of switching devices. Therefore, this paper presents an MMC equivalent model, which is easily expandable and implemented by modeling the dynamic characteristics. The voltage and current equation of the equivalent circuit was calculated using the direction of the arm current and switching signal. The model was implemented on Matlab/Simulink. In this paper, to show the validity of the model developed using Matlab/Simulink, the simulation results of a five-level MMC using the real switching element and the proposed equivalent model are shown. The validity of the proposed model was verified by showing that the current and voltage waveform in the two models match each other.

• The Transactions of the Korean Institute of Power Electronics
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• v.25 no.1
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• pp.61-67
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• 2020

This study deals with the modulation index (MI) of a voltage source converter (VSC) HVDC system based on a modular multilevel converter (MMC). In the two-level converter, the purpose of the MI is to maximize the achievable AC voltage of the converter from a fixed DC voltage. Unlike that in a two-level converter, the MI in the MMC topology plays a role in making the converter a voltage source using a capacitor. The circulating current in the MMC distorts the AC voltage reference, and the distortion affects the MI. In addition, the AC network conditions, such as AC voltage variation and reactive power, affect the MI. Therefore, the MI should be optimized with consideration of internal and external factors. This study proposes a method to optimize the MI of an MMC HVDC system.