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Introduction to voltage control and reactive power. FACTS solutions (12 hours, 800 euros, 14-16 June OR 22-24 November 2021 @ 9am UTC)

Analysis of the different grid problems

• Power flow
• Transient stability
• Voltage stability

Consumption and generation of reactive power

Problems related to:

• Transmission and distribution grids
• Renewable generation
• Industry
• Railway

Solutions for reactive power and voltage control:

• Generators
• Capacitors and reactors
• Tap changers
• FACTS

History and development of dynamic shunt compensation

Different applications of FACTS devices; T&D grids, Renewables, Industry, Railway

Configuration of a FACTS installation, review of main components

Control and protection

Other important aspects: Reliability and availability, footprint, noise, etc.

Comparison of STATCOM and SVC

Economics of FACTS

A FACTS project - from feasibility study to commissioning