Potential interactions between VSC HVDC and STATCOM

Li Shen, Mike Barnes, Jovica V. Milanovic, Keith R. W. Bell, Manolis Belivanis

Abstract: This paper analyses the dynamic behaviour of a power system with both FACTS and VSC HVDC, in particular, possible potential interactions between a STATCOM and a VSC in a point-to-point HVDC link. The investigation considers different STATCOM locations and VSC control strategies. A generic linearized mathematic model is firstly developed, where a combined method involving relative gain array (RGA) and modal analysis is applied to identify the interactions within the plant model and the outer controllers. The interactions identified are further analysed by creating a set of scenarios integrating both the STATCOM and VSC HVDC into a dynamic equivalent realistic AC system. Results show a collaborative operation between the STATCOM and the closely located VSC with reasonably tuned controllers.