Installing an Active Harmonic Filter (AHF) on the main power distribution line can typically save fuel consumption for generators (especially diesel generators) Here is a detailed explanation: How Harmonics Increase Fuel Consumption in Generators (Especially Diesel Generators): Additional Heat Losses: Harmonic currents flowing through the stator and rotor windings of the generator cause highe...
A ship, particularly a modern, advanced vessel, is essentially a floating, highly concentrated town of power systems. The stability, efficiency, and reliability of its electrical system are directly related to the ship's operational safety, operating costs, and mission. The SVG, as a dynamic, precise, and high-performance reactive power compensation device, plays an irreplaceable role in...
We can definitively state that for high-power DC charging piles in gas stations or service areas, it is highly recommended, and in many cases essential, to install a Static Var Generator (SVG) or an Active Power Filter (APF) alongside them. The ideal solution is often a hybrid device that combines both functions, such as a Hybrid-APF or an Active Reactive Compenser (ARC). This is not an "opti...
How to scientifically configure Static Var Generators (SVGs) and Active Power Filters (APFs) in wind farm applications. Wind farms, particularly those using Doubly-Fed Induction Generators (DFIGs), are not only power producers but also major sources of power quality issues. The need and logic for configuring mitigation equipment here are significantly different from traditional commercial and indu...
How to scientifically configure Static Var Generators (SVGs) and Active Power Filters (APFs) in photovoltaic (PV) power plants. The power quality management of PV plants shares similarities with wind farms but has its own unique emphases. The core logic is: PV inverters are themselves harmonic sources and require reactive power support, while the grid has strict requirements for reactive powe...
The Short Summary A healthy AHF typically produces two types of noise: A low hum from the internal reactor (inductor) and cooling fans. This is normal. A high-frequency "switching" whine or buzz from the Insulated-Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs). This is usually very faint. If the noise becomes loud, intrusive, or changes significantly, it is often a sign of a problem. Detailed Breakdow...
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) testing for an Active Harmonic Filter AHF is critical and non-negotiable. An AHF(APF) is a power electronics device (like a high-frequency inverter) that injects canceling currents into a noisy electrical system. If poorly designed, it can become a significant source of electromagnetic interference (EMI) itself, disrupting other equipment. Conversely, it mu...
Stabilizing Renewable Energy Projects with SVG and AHF – An Engineer’s Perspective In the rapidly growing renewable energy sector, ensuring grid stability is one of the biggest challenges. Solar and wind power, while sustainable, are inherently variable. Voltage fluctuations and harmonic distortions are common issues that can compromise both safety and efficiency of power transm...