Browsing SINTEF Open by Author "D'Arco, Salvatore"
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A Virtual synchronous machine implementation for distributed control of power transformers in SmartGrids
D'Arco, Salvatore; Suul, Jon Are Wold; Fosso, Olav B (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2015)The ongoing evolution of the power system towards a “SmartGrid” implies a dominant role of powerelectronic converters, but poses strict requirements on their control strategies to preserve stability andcontrollability. In ... -
Accuracy Analysis of a Dynamic State Estimator with a Hardware in the Loop Approach
Sanchez Acevedo, Santiago; Baltensperger, Daniel Simon; D'Arco, Salvatore (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2023)State estimation is critical for the monitoring and control of power systems. The conventional approach for state estimation is based on quasi static models for the power systems and as such neglects relevant dynamic ... -
An Adaptive Special Protection Scheme Coordinating Multiple Generation Units for Damping Power System Natural Oscillations
Reigstad, Tor Inge; D'Arco, Salvatore; Sanchez Acevedo, Santiago (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)This paper presents a special protection scheme (SPS) that mitigates natural oscillations in the power system by enabling selected adaptive power oscillation damping (APOD) controllers in wind farms or synchronous generators. ... -
An Approach for Small Scale Power Hardware in the Loop Emulation of HVDC Cables
Sanchez Acevedo, Santiago; D'Arco, Salvatore; Holdyk, Andrzej; Tedeschi, Elisabetta (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2018) -
Analysis of MMC Dynamics in DQZ Coordinates for Vertical and Horizontal Energy Balancing Control
Bergna-Diaz, Gilbert; Freytes, Julian; Guillaud, Xavier; D'Arco, Salvatore; Suul, Jon Are Wold (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2018)This paper presents a control system implementation in dqz-coordinates for equalizing the average energies stored in each arm of a Modular Multilevel Converter (MMC); a control objective that is typically referred to as ... -
Applying Vector Fitting for Measurement-based Multiple-Input Multiple-Output Model Identification of a Grid-Forming Converter
Reis, Lisa; Smith, Andrew MacMillan; D'Arco, Salvatore; Suul, Jon Are Wold (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2023)This paper presents an approach for applying Vector Fitting (VF) to identify a small-signal state-space model of a power electronic converter represented as a multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) system. A workflow for ... -
Architecture and laboratory implementation of a testing platform for Wide Area Monitoring Systems
Duong, Dinh Thuc; D'Arco, Salvatore; Tande, John Olav Giæver (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2019)This paper presents a platform for testing wide area monitoring system (WAMS) applications in real time with a Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) approach. The power grid dynamics are emulated by performing real-time phasor ... -
Challenges and Strategies for a Real-Time Implementation of a Rainflow-Counting Algorithm for Fatigue Assessment of Power Modules
Antonopoulos, Antonios; D'Arco, Salvatore; Hernes, Magnar; Peftitsis, Dimosthenis (IEEE Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition. Conference Proceedings;2019, Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2019)The aim of this work is to obtain a reliable estimation of the remaining lifetime of power-electronic modules. Lifetime models provide information on the fatigue durability of power modules under repetitive loading ... -
Classification and analysis of impact on small-signal dynamics and stability from expansion of VSC-HVDC systems to multi-terminal HVDC grids
D'Arco, Salvatore; Beerten, Jef; Suul, Jon Are Wold (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2017)This paper presents a structured approach for analysing the effect of HVDC transmission system expansion on the small signal dynamics. The methodology decomposes the expansion of the system into a sequence of steps and ... -
Comparative Analysis of Modulation Techniques for Modular Multilevel Converters in Traction Drives
de Simone, Davide; Piegari, Luigi; D'Arco, Salvatore (Peer reviewed; Chapter, 2018)The spreading of electric vehicles led to a renewed interest for innovative traction drives. In this context, an electric traction drive based on a Modular Multilevel Converter and integrating batteries in each module has ... -
Comparative Analysis of Small-Signal Dynamics in Virtual Synchronous Machines and Frequency-Derivative-Based Inertia Emulation
Suul, Jon Are Wold; D'Arco, Salvatore (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2018)This paper presents a comparison of small-signal dynamics for a current controlled Virtual Synchronous Machine (VSM), a voltage controlled VSM and a df/dt-based control strategy for inertia emulation. The comparison is ... -
Compensation Capability of Intra-Arm Balancing Control for a Multiport Converter based on Modular Multilevel Topology
Yasuda, Takumi; Guidi, Giuseppe; D'Arco, Salvatore; Itoh, Jun-Ichi (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Abstract Multiport converters can be achieved from the modular multilevel converter (MMC) configuration by integrating generation units or loads at the cell level. This can offer advantages in applications such as photovoltaic ... -
Configuration and model order selection of frequency-dependent π-models for representing dc-cables in small-signal eigenvalue analysis of HVDC transmission systems
D'Arco, Salvatore; Suul, Jon Are Wold; Beerten, Jef (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)Eigenvalue-based analysis of small-signal dynamics in High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission systems requires cable models that are compatible with a state-space representation. While distributed parameter models ... -
Convex Optimization-based Control Design for Parallel Grid-Connected Inverters
Kammer, Christoph; D'Arco, Salvatore; Endegnanew, Atsede Gualu; Karimi, Alireza (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018)This paper presents a novel frequency-domain approach towards the control design for parallel grid-connected voltage source inverters (VSIs) with LCL output filters. The proposed method allows to design the controllers of ... -
A Current Controlled Virtual Synchronous Machine Adapted for Operation under Unbalanced Conditions
Avdiaj, Eros; Suul, Jon Are Wold; D'Arco, Salvatore; Piegari, Luigi (International Conference on Renewable Energy Research and Applications;9, Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2020)This paper presents a comprehensive evaluation of control strategies for operation of a Virtual Synchronous Machine (VSM) under unbalanced conditions in both grid-connected and islanded mode. The basis for the evaluation ... -
Decoupled Active and Reactive Power Controllers for Damping Low-Frequency Oscillations using Virtual Synchronous Machines
Jankovic, Njegos; Roldan-Pérez, Javier; Prodanovic, Milan; D'Arco, Salvatore; Suul, Jon Are Wold; Rouco, Luis (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2023)In this paper, a power oscillation damping (POD) controller embedded in virtual synchronous machines (VSMs) is proposed. This controller suggests the decoupled use of both active and reactive powers to damp low-frequency ... -
Demonstration of Converter Control Interactions in MMC-HVDC Systems
Chen, Jinlei; Wang, Sheng; Ugalde-Loo, Carlos Ernesto; Ming, Wenlong; Adeuyi, Oluwole Daniel; D'Arco, Salvatore; Ceballos, Salvador J.; Parker, Max Alexander; Finney, Stephen Jon; Pitto, Andrea; Cirio, Diego; Azpiri, Iñigo (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Although the control of modular multi-level converters (MMCs) in high-voltage directcurrent (HVDC) networks has become a mature subject these days, the potential for adverse interactions between different converter controls ... -
Design and Control of Hybrid Electric Light Rail Vehicles with Open Ended Winding Machines
de Simone, Davide; Carmeli, Stefania; D'Arco, Salvatore; Piegari, Luigi; Tricoli, Pietro (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Light railways are a low carbon emission form of transport, but it is often difficult to electrify tracks in central urban areas. This limitation can be avoided by integrating an on-board battery storage connected to the ... -
Effect of Including Transient Virtual Impedance in Droop-Controlled Microgrids
Göthner, Fredrik T. B. W.; Midtgård, Ole-Morten; Torres Olguin, Raymundo E.; D'Arco, Salvatore (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2018)Droop control has shown promising results for decentralized power sharing in microgrids. However, the basic scheme can suffer from unequal reactive power sharing power due to differing line impedances between converters ... -
Evaluation of Inertia Emulation Strategies for DC- Voltage-Controlled and Power-Controlled Converter Stations in HVDC Interconnections
Puricelli, Francesco Giacomo; D'Arco, Salvatore; Suul, Jon Are Wold; Piegari, Luigi (Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2020)This paper presents an evaluation of two control schemes for virtual inertia support from the converter terminals of an HVDC interconnection. A point-to-point interconnection between asynchronous power systems is assumed, ...