PowerFactory Real-Time Simulators
The PowerFactory stability simulation (RMS mode) can be optionally executed in real-time offering a number of additional applications.
The Real-Time Training Simulator is integrated into existing SCADA systems to:
- train operator personnel to precisely and efficiently respond to abnormal system conditions, thereby preventing further system deterioration;
- locate and investigate insecure operating conditions and calculate required security margins;
- facilitate the operator in understanding phenomena such as basic system dynamics, system control and stability and protection, which are typically too fast for the operator to observe
A report of a typical Real-Time Simulator application can be found here
Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing is often required to develop, analyse and tune control systems for any kind of turbine, generator or superimposed control systems such as a “Smart Grid Controller”. Applications include:
- Real-time simulation of typical grids, test systems or substations including generators, their control systems and associated protection.
- Communication with existing hardware such as controllers or relays via OPC, shared memory or A/D systems.
Simulation of grid disturbance scenarios, sensitivity analysis on grid operating conditions, tuning optimization of controllers, investigation of control structures, etc.
