Encyclopedia of Alternative and Renewable Energy: Volume 18 (Wind Power Systems Modeling)

This book encompasses the latest development and advancement of the wind energy conversion system. It consists of information contributed by renowned researchers from across the globe associated with the field of wind energy. The book highlights grid integration issues, dynamic and transient stability studies, and contemporary control theories applied in wind energy conversion system. Various other topics like modeling and control methodologies of distinct variable speed wind generators like switched reluctance generator, doubly-fed induction generator, permanent magnet synchronous generator, including the suitable power electronic converter topologies for grid integration, are also elucidated in this all-inclusive book. Real-time control analysis of wind farm with the help of Real Time Digital Simulator (RTDS) is also illuminated, along with Fault ride through integrated power flow solutions, wireless coded deadbeat power control, street light application, direct power control, etc.