Huang studying electric distribution system protection – Modeling and testing with real-time digital simulator
2024-08-12
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Liling Huang, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Dominion Energy Faculty Fellow, received funding for: “Electric Distribution System Protection - Modeling and Testing with Real-Time Digital Simulator.”
Huang will address the complexities of the electric distribution system introduced by Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) through Real-Time Digital Simulator (RTDS) modeling and Hardware-in-the Loop (HIL) simulation to enhance protection system design and recloser separation criteria. This work is crucial for improving the reliability and resilience of electric distribution systems in Virginia.
Huang received $60,066 from Dominion Virginia Power for this project. Funding began in July 2024 and will end in April 2025.
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