Dynamic Modelling

Requirements for Users

David Cashman
Grid Code Review Panel
20th February 2013

Motivation
Current Grid Code specifications for Dynamic
models are outdated and unbalanced:
Different standards for Conventional Generators, WFPS, Interconnectors

Increase in range of studies performed and

software utilised by TSO:
PSS/e, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, DSA Tools

Variation in technologies included in model:

Conventional: Governors, Exciters, PSS, OEL and UEL protection
WFPS: Full Converter, DFIG, Control Systems
HVDC: LCC, VSC, Control systems

Approach Taken
Standardise requirements of models for all Users of the
system irrespective of technology type
Planning Code Appendix updated to cover data and
modelling specifications for all users
Define a standard Confidentiality Arrangement between
the TSO and the Users
Bring requirements closer to SONIs Wind Farm Setting
Schedule

Overview of Documents
Modelling Requirements for Users GC Modification
Updated sections PC.A4-6 for data specifications for Generators,
WFPS, Interconnectors
Text drafted to be inserted in the Grid Code as PC.A8 to define
improved modelling requirements for all Users

Dynamic Models Specification for Users

Supplementary document to be placed on TSO website.
Text outlines usability guidelines and software versions.

EirGrid Confidentiality Agreement

Confidentiality Agreement the TSO will enter with the User if
models are commercially sensitive

Main Updates to Data Specifications

PC.A4: for Generators mostly remains unchanged one new section on
Mechanical data where appropriate and justified
PC.A5: New section for Controllable WFPS
Based on existing requirements in PC.A4.10
Parameters of WTGs and Controllable WFPS required including electrical, aerodynamic,
control and protection systems required
Harmonic and Short-Circuit Contribution of Controllable WFPS at Connection Point

PC.A6: for Interconnectors some changes to data requirements

PC.A7: for Demand Side Units unchanged
PC.A8: Dynamic Model Requirements for Users

Main Updates to Model Requirements

Users shall provide models for RMS and where required EMT
simulation
Software packages required are defined:
Siemens PSS/e, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, DSA Tools TSAT

Source Code of models to be provided

Black box models are unacceptable
Sample cases of model to be provided demonstrating the
correct functionality of the model

Confidentiality Agreement
The requirement is on the User to provide a model suitable for
representing its plant
The TSO will enter a standardised NDA with Users where models
are commercially sensitive
TSO required to share models with other TSOs, DSOs and third
parties to perform duties
The TSO will agree to directly interact with the OEM in relation to
models provided the OEM enters NDA
Ad-hoc NDAs with OEMs for specific plants will not be accepted