Overview paper on: low voltage direct current (LVDC) distribution system standards Online publication date: Wed, 25-Jul-2018
by Kyle Smith; Dong Wang; Abdullah Emhemed; Stuart Galloway; Graeme Burt
International Journal of Power Electronics (IJPELEC), Vol. 9, No. 3, 2018
Abstract: Low-voltage direct current (LVDC) systems have recently been recognised as one of the key enabling technologies that can facilitate the connection of more distributed renewables with improved efficiency and enhanced controllability. However, there is still a shortage of mature experience and practical technical solutions that can support the uptake of such systems and increase commercial interest. One of the barriers is the lack of standards necessary to increase industry confidence. Recently, new standard activities at national and international levels have begun to cover specific LVDC applications. However, it is still not clear whether these activities, in addition to existing standards, are sufficient and comprehensive to provide the necessary tools for best practice system design. This paper therefore reviews and evaluates the available LVDC standards within the context of the established AC distribution system to determine where future work is required.
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