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Distributed Generation and Smart Grids
91535
Description
Course Program

Lectures

  • An Introduction to the Smart Grid Concept
    • The motivations behind the development of smart grids.
    • The traditional electric energy system and its functions.
    • The electric power system of the future.

  • Distributed Generation (DG):
    • Photovoltaic (PV) systems
      • Solar energy.
      • The principle of photovoltaic conversion.
      • Components of PV systems.
      • Grid-connected and stand-alone systems.
      • Technical and economic characteristics.
      • Environmental impact.

    • Wind power systems
      • Wind energy.
      • Principle of aerodynamic conversion.
      • Components of wind power systems.
      • Grid-connected systems.
      • Technical and economic characteristics.
      • Environmental impact.

    • General overview of systems connected to first and second category networks
      • The active user installation.
      • Electrical schemes.
      • Neutral point status.
      • Generators.
      • Protection systems.
      • Connection of the active user installation to distribution networks.

    • Impact of distributed generation on distribution networks
      • Advantages and disadvantages of DG:
        • Alternative to network reinforcement
        • Increased reliability
        • Reduction of network losses
      • The impact of DG on voltage regulation in passive distribution networks and on short-circuit currents.

  • Distributed Energy Resources (DER):
    • Energy storage systems
      • Introductory concepts.
      • Electrochemical storage systems.
      • Services provided to the electrical system.

    • Controllable loads
      • Types of controllable loads.
      • Services provided to the electrical system.
      • The role of the Aggregator.

  • Smart Grid Management and Control
    • Definition of smart grid management.
    • Control architectures (local, centralized, decentralized, and distributed approaches).
    • Structures: microgrids and energy communities.

Exercises
  • Computer-based exercises:
    • Management of distributed energy resources for optimizing voltage profiles in a smart grid.
  • Laboratory exercises:
    • Innovative devices for voltage regulation in distribution networks.
ECTS credits
6
Teaching Language
italiano
Exam Language
italiano
Support Materials Language
italiano
Basic Learning Outcomes
Managing Entity (faculty)
Department of Electrical and Information Engineering (UNICAS)