A Study of Islanding Detection of Grid-connected Three-phase Photovoltaic Power Conditioning System

  • Jung Y.S. (PV Research Center Korea Institute of Energy Research) ;
  • Yu G.J. (PV Research Center Korea Institute of Energy Research) ;
  • Choi J.Y. (Department Electrical Engineering Kwanewoon University) ;
  • Choi J.H. (Deparment Electrical Engineering Chungbuk National University)
  • Published : 2003.07.01

Abstract

Islanding phenomenon of a grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) power conditioning system (PCS) is said to occur if the PCS continues to power a section of the utility system after that section has been disconnected from the utility source. Since islanding creates hazards for personnel and equipment, PCSs are required to detect and prevent Et. In this paper, several islanding detection methods (IDMs) and reactive power variation method are described. Islanding test results for 9kW PCS are presented for verification.

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