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The penetration level of photovoltaic (pv) systems interconnected with the electric utility is expected to increase as the pv system prices go down. The inverter, which converts the dc power output of the pv array to ac, being a non-linear device introduces harmonics into the grid. A three-phase simulation computer program is used to examine the propagation of harmonics into the distribution system. The effects of power factor correction capacitors and of the substation impedance on harmonic voltage amplitude is studied. Simulation results are presented for a real world 212-bus distribution system. It is concluded that the number of capacitors and their location affect the voltage distortion. Resonances do occur. The simulation program is an effective tool for the planning of modern distribution systems with utility interactive pv systems.
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Tortoreli, M., Russell, P.E., Baltas, P., Morris, J.A. (1987). Harmonic Distortion Propagation in Distribution Systems with Utility Interactive Photovoltaic Systems. In: Goetzberger, A., Palz, W., Willeke, G. (eds) Seventh E.C. Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-3817-5_33
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