1 SSAHE, Tumkur, Karnataka, India, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Rajeev Institute of Technology, Hassan-573201, Karnataka, India
2 Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, SSIT, Tumkur, Karnataka, India
3 Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, GMIT, Mandy, Karnataka, India
4 SSAHE, Tumkur, Karnataka, India, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology, Davangere-577 004
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 22(01), 924-937
Received on 25 February 2024; revised on 06 April 2024; accepted on 08 April 2024
This review paper offers a comprehensive analysis of multilevel converters (MLCs) within Voltage Source Converter (VSC)-based High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission systems, focusing on their integration with offshore wind power plants. Through an exhaustive exploration, the paper investigates various MLC configurations and control strategies, assessing their potential to enhance the performance, efficiency, and reliability of offshore wind energy integration into the power grid. By examining the intricate interplay between MLCs, VSC-based HVDC systems, and offshore wind power plants, this review aims to provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of renewable energy integration technologies. Key topics covered include an overview of offshore wind power generation, the significance of HVDC transmission for offshore wind farms, and the role of MLCs in overcoming integration barriers. Furthermore, the paper delves into control strategies, performance evaluation metrics, and future perspectives and challenges. Through its in-depth analysis, this review contributes to a deeper understanding of the potential of MLCs in advancing the efficiency and reliability of VSC-based HVDC systems, ultimately facilitating the seamless integration of offshore wind energy into the broader power grid.
Multi Level Converters; Voltage Source Converter; Offshore Wind Power Plant
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Nagendra Prasad H K, L Sanjeev Kumar, Shri Harsha J and Sowmya Anand. Review paper on multilevel converters topology for VSC-based HVDC transmission system connected offshore wind power plant. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 22(1), 924-937. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.22.1.1015