Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Offshore Wind Energy

Teaching language

English

Learning outcomes

After the successful completion of the course, the students would be able to:

  • recognize the benefits and technical challenges associated with integrating offshore wind farms into the grid.
  • comprehend the concepts and advantages of high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and alternating current (AC) transmission systems.
  • evaluate the role of subsea cables and converter platforms in efficient power transmission from offshore wind farms.
  • analyze voltage and frequency control strategies for offshore wind farm integration.
  • assess the importance of reactive power compensation and its impact on grid stability.
  • implement active power control and reserve management techniques in offshore wind farm integration.
  • develop strategies to manage intermittent wind power generation in the grid integration.

Contents

Offshore wind farm grid integration plays a pivotal role in harnessing the full potential of offshore wind energy. By addressing the technical and regulatory challenges associated with power system integration, we can establish a robust and sustainable electrical energy infrastructure that maximizes the benefits of offshore wind farms.

The course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the key technical considerations involved in offshore wind farm grid / power system integration, paving the way for a cleaner, greener future powered by renewable energy.

Overview of Offshore Wind Farm Grid Integration -Definition and significance of offshore wind farm grid integration - Benefits and technical challenges associated with offshore wind farm integration.

Types of Wind Turbine Generators and their Control - Variable speed wind turbine with partial-scale power converter (A Doubly-fed induction generator (DFIG)) - Direct-in-line variable speed generator with turbine with full scale power converter (permanent magnet synchronous generator: PMSG) - Control strategies for operation of DFIG and PMSG in offshore wind farms.

Grid Stability and Power Quality due to Integration of Offshore Wind Farm - Voltage and frequency control in offshore wind farm integration - Reactive power compensation and its impact on grid stability - Harmonics and power quality issues in offshore wind farm integration -

Offshore Wind Farm Grid Connection Technologies - High-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission systems and their advantages - Alternating current (AC) transmission systems and their suitability for specific scenarios - Subsea cables and their role in efficient power transmission - Converter platforms and their integration with offshore wind turbines.

Grid Operation and Control with Energy Storage - Active power control and reserve management in offshore wind farm integration - Energy storage solutions for grid stability including offshore hydrogen energy system - Hybrid energy systems incorporating offshore wind with other renewables - Smart grid integration and advanced energy management systems.

Teaching and learning methods

Online lectures and exercises. Estimated workload for the average student is approximately 70 hours.

Examinations

Assessment of the individual project assignment leading to Pass/Fail. Further information on the assessment criterion will be given in Canvas at the beginning of the semester.

Student evaluation

A digital evaluation will be organized in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes, if there are places available.

Admission Requirement if given as a free-standing course

Admission requirements for the course are the same as for the Study programme on Offshore Wind
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