Mahdavi Tabatabaei N., Kabalci E. Bizon N. (Eds.) Microgrid Architectures, Control and Protection Methods

Springer, 2020. — 794 p. — (Power Systems). — ISBN: 978-3-030-23722-6.This book presents intuitive explanations of the principles of microgrids, including their structure and operation and their applications. It also discusses the latest research on microgrid control and protection technologies and the essentials of microgrids as well as enhanced communication systems.
The book provides solutions to microgrid operation and planning issues using various methodologies including planning and modelling;
AC and DC hybrid microgrids;
energy storage systems in microgrids; and optimal microgrid operational planning.
Written by specialists, it is filled in innovative solutions and research related to microgrid operation, making it a valuable resource for those interested in developing updated approaches in electric power analysis, design and operational strategies. Thanks to its in-depth explanations and clear, three-part structure, it is useful for electrical engineering students, researchers and technicians.Overview of Microgrid
Microgrid Planning and Modeling
AC and DC Combined Microgrid, Modeling and Operation
Distributed Energy Resources and Microgrid Infrastructure
Virtual Power Plants and Virtual Inertia
Power Electronic Converters in DC Microgrid
Power Electronic Converters in AC Microgrid
Energy Storage Systems in Microgrid
Design and Experimental Investigations of an Energy Storage System in Microgrids
Energy Management Requirements for Microgrids
Energy Management of the Grid-Connected PV Array
PV Microgrids Efficiency: From Nanomaterials and Semiconductor Polymer Technologies for PV Cells to Global MPPT Control for PV Arrays
Control of Power Electronic Converters in AC Microgrid
DC Microgrid Control
Hierarchical Control in Microgrid
Distributed Control of Microgrids
Intelligent and Adaptive Control
Load Shedding, Emergency and Local Control
Smart Metering Based Strategies for Improving Energy Efficiency in Microgrids
Optimal Microgrid Operational Planning Considering Distributed Energy Resources
Self-healing: Definition, Requirements, Challenges and Methods
Various Droop Control Strategies in Microgrids
Fuzzy PID Control of Microgrids
Adaptive and Online Control of Microgrids Using Multi-agent Reinforcement Learning
Microgrid Protection
Microgrid Protection and Automations
Protective Systems in DC Microgrids
Adaptive Protection Systems
IEC 61850 Based Protection Systems
Power Quality Issues and Mitigation Techniques in Microgrid
Control and Protection of the Smart Microgrids Using Internet of Things: Technologies, Architecture and Applications