Energy Storage Science and Technology ›› 2024, Vol. 13 ›› Issue (10): 3569-3578.doi: 10.19799/j.cnki.2095-4239.2024.0397

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Research on the application of MW-level flywheel array for primary frequency regulation in wind farms

Zhiguo ZHANG1(), Gang WANG1, Jing YANG2, Shuping WANG1, Dong LIU3, Wufeng RAO3   

  1. 1.SPIC Henan Electric Power Co. , Ltd. Technical Information Center, Zhengzhou 450001, Henan, China
    2.State Power Investment Candela (Shenzhen) New Energy Technology Co. , Ltd, Beijing 102209, China
    3.Candela (Shenzhen) New Energy Technology Co. , Ltd, Shenzhen 518000, Guangdong, China
  • Received:2024-05-06 Revised:2024-07-26 Online:2024-10-28 Published:2024-10-30
  • Contact: Zhiguo ZHANG E-mail:zzg6565686@sina.com

Abstract:

This paper addresses the urgent need for primary frequency regulation technology in new energy power stations. It explores the innovative use of megawatt (MW)-scale flywheel arrays, designs an integration scheme for these flywheel energy storage systems, and proposes a control strategy for their application in primary frequency regulation within renewable energy power stations. A 5 MW/175 kWh flywheel array system has been independently connected to the low-voltage side (35 kV) of the main transformer in a renewable energy power station. To thoroughly validate the feasibility and performance advantages of this setup, a series of experimental tests have been conducted. These tests cover various aspects, including rapid switching between charging and discharging for a single unit, response to frequency step disturbances, anti-disturbance performance, and primary frequency regulation dead-zone testing. Furthermore, an analysis of long-term real-time monitoring data from the site reveals that the implementation of MW-scale flywheel arrays significantly improves the primary frequency regulation capability of renewable energy power stations, leading to a faster system response.

Key words: new energy station, primary frequency regulation, flywheel energy storage, flywheel array system

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