Industrial frequency grid-connected inverter

What is a grid-following inverter?

Grid-Following Inverters (GFLI) and Grid-Forming Inverters (GFMI) are two basic categories of grid-connected inverters. Essentially, a grid-following inverter works as a current source that synchronizes its output with the grid voltage and frequency and injects or absorbs active or reactive power by controlling its output current.

What is a grid forming inverter?

A grid-forming inverter operating in Virtual Synchronous Machine (VSM) mode emulates the behavior of a synchronous generator by establishing the grid’s reference voltage and frequency. In doing so, it contributes virtual inertia and damping to stabilize frequency and voltage while facilitating power sharing among inverter-based resources.

Why are grid-connected inverters important?

This dependency leads to fluctuations in power output and potential grid instability. Grid-connected inverters (GCIs) have emerged as a critical technology addressing these challenges. GCIs convert variable direct current (DC) power from renewable sources into alternating current (AC) power suitable for grid consumption .

What is multi-frequency grid-connected inverter topology?

The multi-frequency grid-connected inverter topology is designed to improve power density and grid current quality while addressing the trade-off between switching frequency and power losses . Traditional grid-connected inverters rely on power filters to meet harmonic standards, but these filters increase system complexity, cost, and size.