Control of new energy sources in an electric utility systemThe addition of generators based on renewable resources to the electric power system brings new problems of control and communication if the generators are to be controlled as an integrated part of the power system. Since many of these generators are small, it will require a large number of them, connected to the distribution system, to represent an appreciable fraction of the total generation. This situation contrasts with present day generation control which typically involves only the control of a small number of large generators. This paper examines the system requirements for integrated control, and proposes a control arrangement in which the incremental cost of power is an important parameter.
Document ID
19820029547
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Kirkham, H. (California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena CA, United States)