Abstract:
A method for estimating the magnetization level of one or more permanent magnets established in one or more permanent magnet rotors of a wind turbine generator includes the steps of: establishing one or more magnetization sensors at the stator of the generator, connecting the one or more magnetization sensors to a measuring mechanism, processing measured data in the measuring mechanism, and establishing values of magnetization. Furthermore the invention also relates to a wind turbine.
Abstract:
A method for controlling a cluster of wind turbines connected to a utility grid includes the steps of determining the frequency of the utility grid, detecting a frequency deviation in the utility grid, and disconnecting the wind turbines at different predefined frequency values above the nominal frequency value. The invention also relates to a method for planning the strategy of a utility grid including a wind turbine cluster connected to the grid and a wind turbine cluster.
Abstract:
A wind turbine converter system with a rectifier and an inverter and a converter controller has at least first and second converter strings. The converter system is controlled by a master-converter controller and a slave-converter controller. The master-converter controller controls the first converter string and the slave-converter controller controls the second converter string. The master-converter controller receives commands from a superordinate wind turbine controller, provides the slave-converter controller with string-control commands on the basis of the superordinate control commands, and controls the conversion operation of the first converter string on the basis of the superordinate control command. The slave-converter controller receives the string-control commands from the master-converter controller and controls the conversion operation of the second converter string on the basis of the string-control commands received. The first and the second converter strings can be arranged in a bipolar configuration giving access to a neutral point. Fault detection can be performed based on current through the neutral. The system is capable of fault ride-through. Also, in case of failure of the master-converter controller, a redundant unit takes its place.
Abstract:
According to an embodiment, a method of operating a wind turbine comprising a DC-to-AC voltage converter is provided, the wind turbine being connectable to a grid via the DC-to-AC voltage converter, the method comprising: determining a line voltage of a power line connecting the DC-to-AC voltage converter to the grid; if the determined line voltage exceeds a predefined voltage threshold value, injecting reactive current into the power line, wherein the amount of reactive current injected is chosen such that an output voltage of the DC-to-AC voltage converter is kept within a predetermined voltage range.
Abstract:
A method of operating a wind turbine is disclosed, the wind turbine comprising a power generator, a machine-side converter connected to the power generator, a line-side converter connected to a power grid through associated power components, and a DC-link connected between the machine-side converter and the line-side converter. The method includes monitoring the power grid for overvoltage events, and upon detecting an overvoltage event: (1) disabling active operation of the machine-side converter and the line-side converter, (2) enabling an AC load dump connected between the machine side converter and the power generator in order to dissipate power output from the power generator, (3) waiting for a waiting period, and (4) enabling active operation of the line-side converter and the machine converter when the overvoltage event ends within the waiting period.
Abstract:
A method for controlling a cluster of wind turbines connected to a utility grid includes the steps of determining the frequency of the utility grid, detecting a frequency deviation in the utility grid, and disconnecting the wind turbines at different predefined frequency values above the nominal frequency value. The invention also relates to a method for planning the strategy of a utility grid including a wind turbine cluster connected to the grid and a wind turbine cluster.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a protection system for an electric generator of a wind turbine comprising at least one current path from the non drive end of the generator shaft to a ground potential, and at least one alternating current path from the drive end of the generator shaft to the ground potential. The invention also relates to a wind turbine and use hereof.
Abstract:
According to an embodiment, a method of operating a wind turbine comprising a DC-to-AC voltage converter is provided, the wind turbine being connectable to a grid via the DC-to-AC voltage converter, the method comprising: determining a line voltage of a power line connecting the DC-to-AC voltage converter to the grid; if the determined line voltage exceeds a predefined voltage threshold value, injecting reactive current into the power line, wherein the amount of reactive current injected is chosen such that an output voltage of the DC-to-AC voltage converter is kept within a predetermined voltage range.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a wind turbine and an associated method for controlling the output current from said wind turbine to an electric power grid, and, more particularly, to a wind turbine and a method for controlling the current under conditions of grid voltage variations due to changing grid conditions as in the case for example when a wind turbine experiences and recovers from a fault.