The STATCOM (Synchronous Static Compensator) based on voltage source converter (VSC) is used for voltage regulation in transmission and distribution systems. The STATCOM can rapidly supply dynamic VARs required during system faults for voltage support. The apparent impedance is influenced by the reactive power injected or absorbed by the STATCOM, which will result in the under reaching or over ...

Static synchronous compensators (STATCOMs) utilize multilevel converters due to the following: 1) lower harmonic injection into the power system; 2) decreased stress on the electronic components due to decreased voltages; and 3) lower switching losses. One disadvantage, however, is the increased likelihood of a switch failure due to the increased number of switches in a multilevel converter. A ...

Proper location of DGs in power systems is important for obtaining their maximum potential benefits. This paper deals with DG for minimizing active power loss and D-statcom for reactive power loss minimization is considered. The proper siting of DG and D-statcom is a recently developed combination with the aim of reducing line loss in a radial distribution system. Loss Sensitivity Factor (LSF) ...

AbstractIn modern power system, Static Compensator (STATCOM) is used to alleviate the transient stability problem and damping power system oscillations. In this paper different STATCOM control scheme using fuzzy logic controller (FLC) and model predictive controller (MPC) for the Single Machine Infinite Bus (SMIB) system in improving transient stability is simulated using MATLAB/ Simulink in po...

The high cost of the Voltage Source Converters (VSC) based FACTS controllers such as STATCOM, SSSC and UPFC is found to be the major hindrance to their widespread use. The classical controllers such as SVC and TCSC are important because of their simple construction, ease of use and low installation cost. Over the years, environmental, right-of-way and cost problems have delayed construction of ...

This paper presents exhaustive review of various methods/techniques for incorporation of differential algebraic equations (DAE) model of FACTS controllers in multi-machine power system environments for enhancement of different operating parameters viewpoint such as damping, voltage stability, voltage security, loadability, active power and energy losses, power transfer capability, cost of gener...

This paper presents the modeling and simulation results of Z-Source Inverter based Static Compensator (STATCOM).The thirty bus system with and without STATCOM are modeled and simulated using the MATLAB software. The present work proposes Z-Source Inverter for the control of reactive power. Z-Source inverter would ensure a constant DC voltage across the DC link during the process of voltage. The...

A static synchronous compensator (STATCOM) is generally used to regulate voltage and improve transient stability in transmission and distribution networks. This is achieved by controlling reactive power exchange between STATCOM and the grid. Unbalanced sags are the most common type of voltage sags in distribution networks. A static synchronous compensator (STATCOM) is generally used to maintain...

BACKGROUND Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome is a major complication that occurs when a growing lung malignancy compresses the SVC extrinsically. Current treatment options include radiotherapy or chemotherapy to shrink the tumor or endovascular stenting of the SVC to restore flow. Herein, we report a case series treated in a single institution to demonstrate the safety, effectiveness, and outco...