Research
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Real-Time Solar PV Smart Inverter Control in Distribution Systems
We are working on adaptive smart inverter controls for inverter based DERs to make their parameter selection self-adaptive in a wide range of operating conditions while ensuring the control stability and steady-state performance. See this publication for details.
Utilizing DERs for the Benefits of the Bulk Grid
We are developing a framework to utilize inverter-based distributed energy resources (DERs) to provide volt/var ancillary services to the grid. Thousands of smart DER devices can be seen as geographically distributed local VAR devices which have potential to enhance grid flexibility if aggregated and controlled properly. See this publication for preliminary results.
Integrated Transmission-Distribution Co-Simulation Platform
We are developing a integrated transmission-distribution co-simulation platform to simulate realistic large-scale 3 phase unbalanced coupled T&D system using GridlabD and MATLAB interface. This platform will help us to assess true impact of DERs and active distribution systems on the grid performance.
Long-Term Stability Margin Assessment of Integrated T-D System with DER
We are also assessing the impact of DER and distribution system loadability limits on the long-term stability margin of the grid. See this publication for preliminary results.