Part I: Microgrid Architectures and Power Electronics.

1. Overview of Microgrid - p. 3.

2. Microgrid Planning and Modelling - p. 21.

3. AC and DC Combined Microgrid, Modelling and Operation - p. 47.

4. Distributed Energy Resources and Microgrid Infrastructure - p. 69.

5. Virtual Power Plants and Virtual Inertia - p. 87.

6. Power Electronic Converters in DC Microgrid - p. 115.

7. Power Electronic Converters in AC Microgrid - p. 139.

8. Energy Storage Systems in Microgrid - p. 177.

9. Design and Experimental Investigations of an Energy Storage System in Microgrids - p. 207.

10. Energy Management in Microgrids - p. 233.

11. Energy Management of PV Array - p. 255 .

12. PV Microgrids Efficiency: From nanomaterials and semiconductor polymer technologies for PV Cells to Global MPPT Control for PV Arrays - p. 289.

Part II: Microgrid Control Systems.

13. Control of Power Electronic Converters in AC Microgrid - p. 329.

14. DC Microgrid Control - p. 357.

15. Hierarchical Control in Microgrid - p. 381.

16. Distributed Control of Microgrids - p. 403.

17. Intelligent and Adaptive Control - p. 423.

18. Load Shedding, Emergency and Local Control - p. 447.

19. Smart Metering based Strategies for Improving Energy Efficiency in Microgrids - p. 463.

20. Optimal Microgrid Operational Planning Considering Distributed Energy Resources - p. 491.

21. Self-Healing: Definition, Requirements, Challenges and Methods - p. 509.

22. Various Droop Control Based Strategies in Microgrid - p. 527.

23. Fuzzy PID Control of Microgrids - p. 555.

24. Adaptive and Online Control of Microgrids Using Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning - p. 577.

Part III. Microgrid Protection Systems.

25. Microgrid Protection - p. 605.

26. Microgrid Protection and Automations - p. 631.

27. Protective Systems in DC Microgrids - p. 657.

28. Adaptive Protection Systems - p. 679.

29. IEC 61850 Based Protection Systems - p. 697.

30. Power Quality Issues and Mitigation Techniques in Microgrid - p. 719.

31. Control and Protection of the Smart Microgrids using Internet of Things: Technologies, Architectures, and Applications - p. 749.

Index - p. 771.

This book presents intuitive explanations of the principles of microgrids, including their structure and operation and their applications. It also discusses the latest research on microgrid control and protection technologies and the essentials of microgrids as well as enhanced communication systems. The book provides solutions to microgrid operation and planning issues using various methodologies including • planning and modelling; • AC and DC hybrid microgrids; • energy storage systems in microgrids; and • optimal microgrid operational planning. Written by specialists, it is filled in innovative solutions and research related to microgrid operation, making it a valuable resource for those interested in developing updated approaches in electric power analysis, design and operational strategies. Thanks to its in-depth explanations and clear, three-part structure, it is useful for electrical engineering students, researchers and technicians.

ISBN: 978-3-030-23722-6

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