Evaluation System of AC/DC Strong–Weak Balance Relationship and Stability Enhancement Strategy for the Receiving-End Power Grid
With the maturation of ultra-high-voltage direct current (UHVDC) technology, DC grids are taking on a more critical role in power systems. However, their impact on AC grids has become more pronounced, particularly in terms of frequency, short-circuit current level, and power flow control capabilities, which also affects the power supply reliability of the receiving-end grid. To comprehensively evaluate the balance between AC and DC strength at the receiving-end, this paper proposes a multidimensional assessment system that covers grid strength and operational security under various operating conditions. Furthermore, a rationality evaluation model for the AC/DC strong–weak balance relationship is developed based on the entropy weight method, forming a complete evaluation framework for assessing the AC/DC strong–weak balance in the receiving-end power grid. Finally, to address strength imbalances in grid, a structural optimization method for the receiving-end grid is designed by combining network decoupling techniques with modular multilevel converter-based HVDC (MMC–HVDC), serving as a strategy for enhancing grid stability. The proposed strategy is validated through simulations in a typical test system using PSD-BPA, demonstrating its effectiveness in optimizing power flow characteristics, improving system stability, reducing the risk of short-circuit current overloads and large-scale blackouts, and maintaining efficient system operation.
Authors
- Guoteng Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1018-5673)
- M.L. Yan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-3435-7749)
- Hui Cai (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-8060-4817)
- Ying Huang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-6867-8985)
- Quanquan Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8092-4040)
- Xingning Han
Institutions
- Zhejiang University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Energies
- Published
- 2025-08-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/en18164216
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- HVDC Systems and Fault Protection
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.73