Impact Mechanism Analysis of DFIG with Inertia Control on the Ultra-Low Frequency Oscillation of the Power System

Abstract

Amid the global transition toward sustainable energy, regional power grids with high wind power penetration are increasingly emerging. The implementation of frequency control is critically essential for enhancing the frequency support capability of grid-connected devices. However, existing studies indicate this may induce ULFOs (ultra-low frequency oscillations). Current research on ULFOs have been predominantly concentrated on hydro-dominated power systems, with limited exploration into systems where thermal power serves as synchronous sources—let alone elucidation of the underlying mechanisms. This study focuses on regional power grids where wind and thermal power generation coexist. Eigenvalue analysis reveals that frequency regulation control of doubly-fed induction generators (DFIGs) can trigger ULFOs. Leveraging common-mode oscillation theory, an extended system frequency response (ESFR) model incorporating DFIG frequency control is formulated and rigorously validated across a range of operational scenarios. Moreover, frequency-domain analysis uncovers the mechanism by which inertia control affects ULFO behavior, and time-domain simulations are conducted to validate the influence of DFIG control parameters on ULFOs.

Keywords

• doubly-fed induction generators
• ultra-low frequency oscillation
• frequency regulation control
• inertia control
• frequency domain analysis method
• extended system frequency response model