Optimized control strategy for a three-phase grid connected inverter using PI controller and DQ frame
Optimized control strategy for a three-phase grid connected inverter using PI controller and DQ frame
Corresponding Author:
Madde Saiteja
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Teegala Krishna Reddy Engineering College
Hyderabad, India
Email: saitejam1306@gmail.com
1. INTRODUCTION
A crucial component of the global shift to sustainable energy systems is the quick development of
renewable energy sources like wind power. The usage of three-phase LCL-type grid-connected inverters is one
of the favored methods for integrating renewable energy installations like wind turbines into the public grid.
These inverters make it easier to transform variable renewable energy output into a format that can be fed into
the grid. Nevertheless, despite their extensive use, these inverters' interface with the grid has inherent stability
issues. As a result, it is critical to carefully examine and fix these stability issues [1]. The pursuit of energy
efficiency and sustainability is critical in today's society across many businesses. Elevator systems are one key
area where energy-saving technology is crucial, particularly with the use of three-phase grid-connected
inverters. With the use of this technology, extra DC energy may be converted into AC power and easily
incorporated into the power grid, effectively acting as a load [2]. The installation of a grid-connected three-
phase inverter system while abiding by industry norms and criteria is the main topic of this article. Average
models are used to represent the inverter and LCL filter, and the design of the control scheme in the DQ
reference frame is discussed [3]. In order to overcome these difficulties, a proportional-resonant (PR) controller
in a stationary coordinate system is offered as a novel solution in this study. Infinite control gain at a particular
resonance frequency is one of the PR controller's standout traits. At that frequency point, steady-state error-
free control can be achieved thanks to this special characteristic [4]. This study addresses the challenging
problems of power coupling and intricate decoupling in the context of a three-phase grid-connected inverter's
d-q coordinate system [5]. The gains of the proportional-integral (PI) controllers are improved utilizing a
genetic algorithm (GA) through an adaptive online tuning procedure to guarantee the adaptability and efficacy
of the control system [6]. An external power loop and an internal current control loop, both implemented using
customary PI type controllers, are two crucial parts of the suggested control method [7]. The power generated
travels via a three-phase inverter on its way from generation to consumption, operating in accordance with the
DQ principle to ensure smooth communication with the grid. This integration not only makes it easier to export
excess energy, but it also deals with the crucial problem of poor power quality, which can develop in such
intricate systems [8]. These control techniques' main goal is to smoothly transfer all active power produced by
non-renewable sources into the grid utility while maintaining the highest standards of power quality and
achieving a unity power factor [9]. This paper not only explains the complex design of the controller but
also goes into great detail on how it is implemented and evaluates how well it works using a number of
simulations [10].
The voltage source inverter (VSI) that powers the DVR uses two PI controllers to carefully control
the insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) pulses. These controllers accomplish this by fine-tuning the D-Q
axis voltage signals, with each controller handling a single axis component of the load voltage as input and
output [11]. A DC-link voltage control loop using a PI controller is cascaded with an internal current loop using
PI and proportional-resonant (PR) controllers in the suggested topology. For non-renewable systems, these
control techniques are frequently used in a variety of recognized reference frames. The steady-state
performance of the proposed system was determined by evaluating key performance indicators, such as total
harmonic distortion [12]. The incorporation of micro-sources into microgrids, however, also presents
difficulties, particularly in resolving problems with power quality. Non-linear and unbalanced loads in the
distribution system might cause disturbances that degrade the microgrid's overall power quality. This paper
evaluates the efficiency of the voltage source inverter (VSI) topology and suggests a method for improving
stability in the context of current stochastic grid systems by employing a proportional-integral (PI) controller
[13]. Power quality issues in smart microgrid networks are caused by the substantial voltage variations that
these grid systems frequently suffer [14]. The performance of these techniques is then carefully compared,
taking into account elements like grid voltage disturbance rejection and stability under various grid short circuit
levels [15]. Voltage stability has been significantly challenged by the rapid expansion of renewable energy
sources, notably solar energy systems connected to low and medium voltage networks [16]. Three crucial
performance indices are used to assess the effectiveness of the suggested method: the electrical signal's root
mean square (RMS) value, total harmonic distortion (THD), and voltage sag compensation [17]-[19]. The form
of a modular transformer less grid-connected photovoltaic multilayer inverter, a novel approach is presented
in this work [20]-[22]. In this study, we independently set limits for the d-axis and q-axis grid currents using a
thorough nonlinear closed-loop system analysis that is based on input-to-state stability theory [23]-[24]. Our
study's simulation results will be presented and discussed, shedding light on the possibilities of integrated
renewable energy systems as a sustainable and forward-thinking strategy to fulfil our expanding energy needs
while preserving our planet's vulnerable ecosystems [25].
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- Reactive power control (Q): Reactive power is not directly used for labour; rather, it is necessary to keep
the grid's voltage levels stable. By using Q control, the inverter may control the flow of reactive power and
supply or absorb it as necessary. When an inverter is operating in capacitive mode (supplying reactive
power), the microgrid's voltage levels are increased, and when it is operating in inductive mode (absorbing
reactive power), the voltage levels are decreased.
160V/400V
Lf ioR
iR Rf VgR
ioY
DC Vdc Cd iY VgY
Unit ioB VgB
iB
E
Three phase
VoY
VoB
VoR
SVPWM
Cf transformer
Grid-side
Inverter-side voltage voltage,
Dq/abc and current detector current and
phase detector
Current PI abc/dq
controlled
Active and reactive
power calculation
Prf P
Active power PI
controller Q
Reactive power PI
controller Qref
Figure 1. P-Q control schemes of a three-phase grid connected inverter in a micro grid
3. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
In Figure 2 shows the block diagram of the reference current extraction of PI controller based on
instantaneous reactive power (IRP) theory. In Figure 2 the three phase line currents are a, b and c line current;
they are connected to 3-phase to 2-phase Clark’s transformation and it converts 3-phase to 2-phase represented
by α and β currents. The Clarks transformation also to use control the three-phase system. The α and β currents
are connected to the active and reactive power component and the power of the equations are p and q are
connected, it produces the accuracy and it is gives linear system, this PI controller provides a fast response
time, the linear active and reactive powers are connected to the line current of α and β currents, and the line
currents are connected reverse Clarks transformation by using reverse Clark’s transformation we can convert
2 phases to 3 phase line currents. The line currents are connected to hysteresis based PWM current controller,
by using this component to generate controllable frequency and also control ac voltage magnitudes by using
pulse width modulation. So, the line currents are connected to voltage source inverter. So, by using filters we
can reduce the harmonics. And the three phase voltages are connected input to the three phases to two phase
Clark’s transformation in reverse supply, and the three phase to two phase Clark’s transformation and it will
give the output in terms of α and β voltages and it connected to the power components.
3.1. PI controller
Grid inverters and other control systems frequently use the proportional-integral (PI) controller as a
control mechanism. API controller is frequently used in the context of a grid inverter to control the electricity
flow between renewable energy sources (like solar or wind power plants) and the grid. To reduce errors and
keep an output that is accurate and consistent, it makes use of both proportional and integral components. The
controller must be properly tuned to work at its best under various operating settings and grid conditions.
- Proportional component (P): The current error, or the discrepancy between the planned setpoint and the
actual process variable, is what the proportional component of the controller reacts to. It attempts to lessen
the error by producing an output that is proportionate to the error. The magnitude of this response depends
on the proportional gain (Kp).
- Integral component (I): The integral component produces an output that acts to correct any steady-state or
long-term errors by accumulating the past error over time. It is crucial for getting rid of any bias or
offset in the system. How aggressively the controller responds to accumulated error depends on the integral
gain (Ki).
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iLR i p = v i + v i PID
3-ph to 2-ph
iLY controller p
iLB
clark’s
Transformation q = −v i + v i PID
i v v controller
q
3-ph to 2-ph clark’s
Transformation
iSR iSY iSB
*
iSR vR v vB
Y 1
i = (v p − v q)
Switching Hysteresis based * Reverse Clark’s
Signal to VSI PWM current
iSY
controller Tranformation 1
i = (v q + v p)
*
i
SB
Figure 2. Block diagram of the reference current extraction of PI controller based on IRP theory
𝑣𝑅 = 𝑉𝑚 𝑠𝑖𝑛( 𝜔𝑡)
2𝜋
𝑣𝑌 = 𝑉𝑚 𝑠𝑖𝑛( 𝜔𝑡 − )
3
4𝜋
𝑣𝐵 = 𝑉𝑚 𝑠𝑖𝑛( 𝜔𝑡 − ) (1)
3
The R, Y, and B axes are fixed on the same plane and spaced out by 2/3 in R-Y-B coordinates. The "R" axis is
the location of the instantaneous space vectors VR and iLR, whose amplitudes change with time in both positive
and negative directions. This likewise applies to the other two phases. Using Clark's transformation, these
phasors can be converted into-coordinates as shown in (3) and (4).
−1 −1
1 𝑣𝑅
𝑣𝛼 2 2 2
[𝑣 ] = √ ( −√3
) [𝑣𝑌 ] (3)
𝛽 3 √3
0 𝑣𝐵
2 2
−1 −1
1 𝑖𝐿𝑅
𝑖𝛼 2 2 2
[𝑖 ] = √ ( −√3
) [𝑖𝐿𝑌 ] (4)
𝛽 3 √3
0 𝑖𝐿𝐵
2 2
Where α and β are orthogonal coordinates. The power of conventional is defined as (5),
𝑝 = 𝑣𝛼 𝑖𝛼 + 𝑣𝛽 𝑖𝛽 (5)
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𝑝 = 𝑣𝑎 𝑖𝑎 + 𝑣𝑏 𝑖𝑏 + 𝑣𝑐 𝑖𝑐 (6)
𝑞 = −𝑣𝛽 𝑖𝛼 + 𝑣𝛼 𝑖𝛽 (7)
𝑝 𝑣𝛼 𝑣𝛽 𝑖𝛼
[ ] = (−𝑣 𝑣𝛼 ) [𝑖𝛽 ] (8)
𝑞 𝛽
𝑖𝛼 1 𝑣𝛼 𝑣𝛽 𝑝
[𝑖 ] = (−𝑣 𝑣𝛼 ) [𝑞 ] (9)
𝛽 𝛥 𝛽
It is possible to separate the instantaneous active and reactive powers p and q into an oscillatory and an average
(DC) component.
𝑝 = 𝑝 + 𝑝̃
q =q+q (11)
The reference of currents in R, Y, and B coordinates using reverse Clark’s transformation as described in (12).
∗
𝑖𝑠𝛼 1 𝑣𝛼 −𝑣𝛽 𝑝
[ ∗ ] = (𝑣 −𝑣𝛼 ) [0] (12)
𝑖𝑠𝛽 𝛥 𝛽
4. SIMULATION RESULTS
The Figure 3 shows it is a supply voltage from renewable energy sources that means we give a supply
from renewable energy sources to grid through three phase inverters. Inverter converts DC to AC. Voltage.
The below figure supply voltage peak voltage is 600 V is supplied voltage, R, Y, and B phase should be
amplitude is a 600 V. The phase shift between three phases should be at 120 degrees apart. And the below the
supply current is shown figure. At the starting current the fluctuations are occurred at 0 to 0.01 sec after 0.01
sec the currents will continue without fluctuation with help of LCL filter and PI controller. The supply current
will change with help of control schemes of active and reactive current control schemes. If we keep 205 at
Active current and reactive current is 0 the current start from 0 and the amplitude of current is 205 A. And if
we keep active current 0 and reactive current is 150 then graph start at negative and amplitude is 150 A.
The Figure 4 shows the active power and reactive power. active and reactive power from the supply.
From Figure 4 powers from 0 to close 0.02 sec will constant and after 0.02 will get sinusoidal wave form of
three phase. The Reactive power after 0.02 sec will flow up and move constant till end and R and Y phases
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will get peak because of PI controller. The Figure 5 is an inverter current. The inverter and supply current are
same. The amplitude of current is controlled by the current control schemes. At the starting the phases are get
fluctuations after it continues without fluctuations.
Figure 3. Supply current and supply voltage with Figure 4. Active and reactive power with
respect to time respect to time
5. CONCLUSION
In conclusion, a three-phase grid-connected inverter using an optimal control strategy including a PI
controller and the direct-quadrature (DQ) frame offers a reliable and effective solution for contemporary power
grid integration. With the help of this sophisticated control system, voltage and current waveforms may be
precisely regulated, resulting in smooth communication between utility grids and renewable energy sources
like solar or wind turbines. The system performs real-time control parameter modification through the use of
the PI controller, improving steady-state performance and transient reactions. The DQ frame transformation
also makes it easier to manage three-phase currents, which helps with efficient grid synchronization and power
flow control. In the end, this control strategy not only increases energy output from renewable sources but also
safeguards the integrity of the grid, providing a promising path for the adoption of sustainable energy solutions
and the realization of a more environmentally friendly.
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