Dynamic Equivalents of Nonlinear Active Distribution Networks Based on Hammerstein-Wiener Models: An Application for Long-Term Power System Phenomena

In traditional power systems, the load consumption inside the distribution networks has a relatively passive behavior. Consequently, transmission system operators have commonly aggregated the load centers using static loads such as exponential load models. This is a practical approach for bulk power system stability studies. In modern systems, the impact of distributed generation units on the system dynamics can no longer be neglected. Static load models fall short to represent the highly dynamic behavior of active distribution networks. This paper proposes a methodology for equivalencing such networks while conserving the dynamics of interest for long-term stability studies. The methodology is based on Hammerstein-Wiener models that use only boundary variables measured at the distribution network point of common coupling. Therefore, unlike gray-box models, no previous knowledge about the system is required. Furthermore, the proposed methodology has a transparent relationship to linear systems and a convenient block representation that can be implemented in commercial power system analysis software using only standard elements. This allows for easy implementation, overcoming a barrier for a rather conservative sector such as power systems planning and operation. The conclusions are derived from time-domain simulations on the IEEE test system for voltage stability assessment.

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The traditional static load models in power systems cannot accurately represent the highly dynamic behavior of active distribution networks. This paper proposes a method based on Hammerstein-Wiener models to equivalize the networks using only boundary variables measured at the common coupling point, achieving a simple and convenient implementation while preserving the dynamics required for long-term stability studies.