An Evaluation of Flicker Emissions from Small Wind Turbines

It is well known that the output power from small wind turbines (SWTs) fluctuates noticeably more when compared to other types of dispersed generators, such as residential photovoltaic (PV) generation systems. Thus, degradation voltage quality, flicker emissions, numerous SWTs are installed in a low-voltage distribution system particular concern. Nevertheless, practical examples emissions facilities have not been made public. This paper aims clarify characteristics by and their severity. The measurement results at two selected sites indicate solely caused variable-speed with total rating ~20 kW notably lower than upper limit, they highest mean approximately 3/4 facilities.