Master thesis: Microgrid energy management system with experimental verification

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This Position reports to:

R&D Team Lead

Background

Electric power distribution is entering a new paradigm where power generation, loads and energy storage systems interfaced to the grid via power-electronic converters are dominating the system behaviour. This master thesis will support the development of stable and resilient microgrids through experimental investigations, specifically by developing and evaluating an energy management system for an experimental microgrid.

Tasks

Perform a literature survey of control methods for AC microgrids.

Implement conventional secondary microgrid control functions in a PLC (AC500).

Implement a communication interface between the PLC and the controller of a grid forming converter in our lab setup.

Formulate a test plan to systematically study the network response for a set of disturbance scenarios.

Perform lab tests to execute the test plan, using the secondary microgrid control implemented in the PLC

Optional extension: Implement more advanced secondary control functions, e.g. for coordinated load shedding and test for selected scenarios in the laboratory setup.

Preferred background

Master student with background in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Energy Technology or similar.

Knowledge in electric power systems, power electronic converters and microgrids is beneficial.

Analytical and structured with a curious mindset.

Open-minded approach to both theoretical considerations and hands-on work in the laboratory.

Contact

Johan Nohlert, PhD, johan.nohlert@se.abb.com

A future opportunity

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