OPHELIA: unlocking the full potential of linear photovoltaic power plants
OPHELIA, the first real-life MVDC long linear PV demonstrator in France, is now fully operational! Commissioning tests were successfully completed.
Development of Frequency-dependant DC equivalent models for Multi-terminal DC grids
This paper highlights two DC grid equivalent models: a simple RLC model and a frequency-dependent reduced-order model.
A major milestone for the FOR²ENSiCS project has been reached with the development of a 10 kV DC/DC transformer prototype
The FOR²ENSiCS project has reached a major milestone: the successful development of a 10 kV DC/DC transformer prototype!
Subsea smart hubs for floating wind
Subsea Smart Hubs project has been initiated with the aim of addressing new Inter-Array Cable system architectures for floating wind farms.
Impact of environmental conditions on interface reliability in power transmission systems: investigating tools for performance evaluation
This paper investigates the reliability of epoxy–silicone interfaces in high-voltage cable accessories under realistic operating conditions.
Optical leakage current monitoring for HVDC cables: concept, latest sensor development and perspectives
SuperGrid Institute has been developing a novel leakage current sensor, based on a magneto-optical technique, the Zeeman Effect.
Grid integration of high-power MVDC superconducting cables based on HTS and MgB₂
Recent progress in MVDC superconducting cable technology is reported within the SCARLET project.
Pumped-storage hybridization in the context of insular power systems
The present paper investigates a hybrid frequency support strategy, using supercapacitors integrated into a pumped-storage project for an island grid.
Unlocking the flexibility potential of the Čierny Váh hydropower plant through innovative modernisation, integrating battery hybridisation
The article first describes the SE Integrator project and the technical benefits of different sizes of Li-ion battery.
Enhancing productivity at Génissiat under higher environmental flow constraints: technical solutions and economic impact of flexibility
We investigate with CNR several options to maximise productivity while improving environmental performance through the use of highly flexible Francis turbines.
