DC Wind Generation Systems: Design, Analysis, and Multiphase Turbine Technology

This book presents the design and operation of DC wind systems and their integration into power grids. The chapters give an in-depth discussion on turbine conversion systems that have been adapted for DC grids and address characteristics of wind turbines when converting kinetic wind energy to electrical energy, components associated with DC systems, and the design and analysis of DC grids. Additionally, the performance of medium voltage DC (MVDC) array grid and high voltage DC (HVDC) transmission grid connected via an offshore substation with DC/DC converters are also addressed. The book examines multiphase hybrid excitation generator systems for wind turbines and discusses its design and operation for all DC systems. The book provides an insight into the state-of-the-art technological advancements for existing and futuristic wind generation schemes, and provides materials that will allow students, researchers,academics, and practicing engineers to learn, expand and complement their expertise.

Omid Beik received the B.Sc. degree (Hons. with highest distinction) in electrical engineering from Yazd University, Yazd, Iran, in 2007, the M.Sc. degree (with highest distinction) in electrical engineering from Shahid Beheshti University, Abbaspour School of Engineering, Tehran, Iran, in 2009, and the Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering from McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada, in 2016. He was a Postgraduate Researcher with the Power Conversion Group, University of Manchester, U.K. from 2011 to 2012, and a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada from 2016 to 2017. His main research interests include electric machines, and drives and power electronics for applications in renewable energy systems and transportation electrification.

Ahmad Saad Al-Adsani received the B.S. (Hons.) degree in electrical power engineering from Gannon University, Erie, PA, USA, in 1996, the M.S. degree in electrical power engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Rapid City, SD, USA, in 2001, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Manchester, Manchester, U.K., in 2011. From 1997 to 1999, he was an Instructor with Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET), Kuwait City, Kuwait, before joining the Electrical Engineering Department, as an Assistant Lecturer, with the College of Technological Studies (CST) from 2001 to 2007. He was also the Head of the Electrical Unit, College of Basic Education, PAAET from 2003 to 2007. He is currently an Assistant Professor with the CST, PAAET. His research interests include electro-magnetic powertrains for electric and hybrid-electric vehicles, design and control of multiphase electric and hybrid electric machines for renewable energy applications.