High Voltage Direct Current Transmission: Converters, Systems and DC Grids 2nd Edition

Description

High Voltage Direct Current Transmission: Converters, Systems and DC Grids, 2nd Edition provides a comprehensive and up-to-date exploration of modern HVDC transmission technologies, converter systems, and the development of advanced DC transmission grids. This revised edition reflects the latest technological advancements in high-voltage direct current power systems, with significantly expanded coverage of Modular Multilevel Converter (MMC) HVDC, switchgear technologies, DC grid protection, and DC/DC converters.

The book covers all major HVDC transmission technologies, including:

• Line Commutated Converter (LCC) HVDC
• Voltage Source Converter (VSC) HVDC
• MMC-based VSC HVDC systems

It also explains the principles and challenges involved in designing and operating modern DC transmission grids, which are becoming increasingly important for renewable energy integration, offshore wind power, and long-distance power transmission.

This updated edition includes substantial new material on the latest developments in converter technology and DC grid infrastructure. Dedicated chapters explore hybrid and mechanical DC circuit breakers, advanced DC protection methods, and the modeling and control of MMC systems under balanced and unbalanced operating conditions.

Readers gain detailed knowledge of:

• HVDC converter operating principles
• System modeling and dynamic simulation
• HVDC control systems and fault management
• AC/DC system integration
• Power losses and efficiency analysis
• DC cable modeling and high-frequency behavior
• Protection strategies for DC grids and fault studies

Special emphasis is placed on Modular Multilevel Converters (MMC), including half-bridge and full-bridge MMC configurations, startup procedures, control techniques, and fault-handling strategies. The book also examines modern approaches to DC grid reliability and protection, addressing key challenges facing next-generation energy transmission systems.

In addition to theoretical explanations, the text includes practical examples, simulations, and SimPowerSystems models covering all major HVDC topologies. These resources support both academic learning and professional engineering applications.