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Norrga, S., Jahn, I., Agbemuko, A., Li, G., Alvarez, R., Li, X., . . . Ziad El-Khatib, W. (2025). Interoperability in HVDC systems based on partially open software.
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Interoperability in HVDC systems based on partially open software
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Abstract [en]

Interoperability in HVDC systems could be supported with open upper-level control and protection (C&P) software, while hardware-near C&P functions stay black-boxed and proprietary. Methodologies like model-based systems engineering and graph theory can assist in defining the boundary between open and closed software. Most likely, partially open C&P software in HVDC is not hindered by legislation, but has to be addressed in contractual agreements. Also, a new responsibility matrix for testing is proposed.

Series
CIGRE Technical Brochure ; 961
Keywords
HVDC, HVDC grids, HVDC systems, Open-Source, Open Source, Multivendor, Multi-vendor, Interoperability, C&P, Control and Protection, Blackbox, Black-box, Blackboxed, Black-boxed, Partially open software, Open software
National Category
Power Systems and Components
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-363642 (URN)
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QC 20250522

Available from: 2025-05-20 Created: 2025-05-20 Last updated: 2025-05-22Bibliographically approved
Arevalo-Soler, J., Nahalparvari, M., Grob, D., Prieto-Araujo, E., Norrga, S. & Gomis-Bellmunt, O. (2025). Small-Signal Stability and Hardware Validation of Dual-Port Grid-Forming Interconnecting Power Converters in Hybrid AC/DC Grids. IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, 13(1), 809-826
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Small-Signal Stability and Hardware Validation of Dual-Port Grid-Forming Interconnecting Power Converters in Hybrid AC/DC Grids
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2025 (English)In: IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, ISSN 2168-6777, E-ISSN 2168-6785, Vol. 13, no 1, p. 809-826Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Interconnecting power converters (IPCs) are the main elements enabling the interconnection of multiple high-voltage alternating current (HVac) and high-voltage direct current (HVdc) subgrids. To ensure stable operation of the resulting hybrid ac/dc systems, grid-following (GFL) and grid-forming (GFM) controls need to be carefully assigned to individual IPC terminals when using common IPC controls. In contrast, dual-port GFM control imposes a stable voltage on the ac and dc terminals and can be deployed on all IPCs regardless of the network configuration. In this work, we use hybrid ac/dc admittance models, eigenvalue sensitivities, and case studies to analyze and quantify the underlying properties of ac-GFM control, ac-GFL, and dual-port GFM control. Compared to common ac-GFM and ac-GFL controls, dual-port GFM control: 1) renders IPCs dissipative over a much wider range of frequencies and operating points; 2) significantly reduces the sensitivity of IPC small-signal dynamics to operating point changes; and 3) exhibits an improved dynamic response to severe contingencies. Finally, the results are illustrated and validated in an experimental scaled-down point-to-point HVdc system.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2025
Keywords
Grid forming, Voltage control, Hybrid power systems, Grid following, Power system stability, HVDC transmission, Standards, AC/DC, dual port, grid following (GFL), grid forming (GFM), power converters
National Category
Control Engineering
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-361287 (URN)10.1109/JESTPE.2024.3454992 (DOI)001432971300001 ()2-s2.0-85203496454 (Scopus ID)
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QC 20250317

Available from: 2025-03-17 Created: 2025-03-17 Last updated: 2025-03-17Bibliographically approved
Nahalparvari, M., Asoodar, M., Norrga, S. & Nee, H.-P. (2024). AC-Side Impedance-Based Stability Assessment in Grid-Forming Modular Multilevel Converters. IEEE Access, 12, 23514-23528
Open this publication in new window or tab >>AC-Side Impedance-Based Stability Assessment in Grid-Forming Modular Multilevel Converters
2024 (English)In: IEEE Access, E-ISSN 2169-3536, Vol. 12, p. 23514-23528Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Grid-forming converters can emulate the behavior of a synchronous generator through frequency droop control. The stability of grid-forming modular multilevel converters can be studied via the impedance-based stability criterion. This paper presents an ac-side impedance model of a grid-forming modular multilevel converter which includes a complete grid-forming control structure. The impact of different control schemes and parameters on the closed-loop output impedance of the converter is thoroughly analyzed and the learnings have been used in mitigating undesired control interactions with the grid. The results are verified through simulations in time- and frequency-domains along with experiments on a down-scaled laboratory prototype.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2024
Keywords
Control interaction, frequency-domain analysis, grid-forming control, harmonic linearization, impedance modeling, modular multilevel converter (MMC), stability
National Category
Other Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-343989 (URN)10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3365053 (DOI)001164026200001 ()2-s2.0-85185546685 (Scopus ID)
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QC 20240301

Available from: 2024-02-28 Created: 2024-02-28 Last updated: 2024-11-19Bibliographically approved
Singh, B. P., Sarmast Ghahfarokhi, S., Kostov, K., Nee, H.-P. & Norrga, S. (2024). Analysis of the Thermo-mechanical Performance of Double-Sided Cooled Power Modules. In: 2024 25th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multi-Physics Simulation and Experiments in Microelectronics and Microsystems, EuroSimE 2024: . Paper presented at 25th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multi-Physics Simulation and Experiments in Microelectronics and Microsystems, EuroSimE 2024, Catania, Italy, Apr 7 2024 - Apr 10 2024. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Analysis of the Thermo-mechanical Performance of Double-Sided Cooled Power Modules
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2024 (English)In: 2024 25th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multi-Physics Simulation and Experiments in Microelectronics and Microsystems, EuroSimE 2024, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) , 2024Conference paper, Published paper (Refereed)
Abstract [en]

Double-sided cooled (DSC) power semiconductor modules have garnered increased interest over the past decade due to their ability to offer an additional path for heat removal, facilitating higher power density operation while reducing junction temperatures and thermal stresses. Nevertheless, when operating at similar junction temperatures, DSC modules might exhibit elevated thermo-mechanical stress compared to single-sided cooled (SSC) modules. This increase can be attributed to restricted vertical movement within the DSC modules. Furthermore, the integration of various spacers within the DSC modules, which enable bond wire connections to gate terminals, can significantly influence both the thermal performance and induced thermo-mechanical stresses. Depending on the materials used in the spacer, the thermal performance and thermo-mechanical stresses inside the module can vary. In this study, we have first analysed the thermal performance of the DSC power modules employing different spacers. Following that, we have also performed thermo-mechanical analysis in different solder layers. Finally, fatigue analysis is done to demonstrate the weakest solder layer inside the package.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2024
Keywords
double-sided cool, finite element, power module, reliability
National Category
Mechanical Engineering
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-346144 (URN)10.1109/EuroSimE60745.2024.10491556 (DOI)2-s2.0-85191151239 (Scopus ID)
Conference
25th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multi-Physics Simulation and Experiments in Microelectronics and Microsystems, EuroSimE 2024, Catania, Italy, Apr 7 2024 - Apr 10 2024
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QC 20240507

Part of ISBN 979-8-3503-9363-7

Available from: 2024-05-03 Created: 2024-05-03 Last updated: 2024-05-07Bibliographically approved
Ayaz, E., Jackson, M., Sarmast Ghahfarokhi, S., Singh, B., Norrga, S. & Nee, H.-P. (2024). Evaluation of Possible Traction Inverter Topologies for Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles. In: Proceedings 9th IEEE Southern Power Electronics Conference, SPEC 2024: . Paper presented at 9th IEEE Southern Power Electronics Conference, SPEC 2024, Brisbane, Australia, Dec 2 2024 - Dec 5 2024. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
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2024 (English)In: Proceedings 9th IEEE Southern Power Electronics Conference, SPEC 2024, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) , 2024Conference paper, Published paper (Refereed)
Abstract [en]

This paper evaluates traction inverters for heavy-duty electric vehicles, focusing on key criteria such as raised power ratings with improved efficiency and power densities. Boosted voltage and current levels are required to achieve higher power levels and provide megawatt charging system solutions, which results in the need to utilize new semiconductors and topologies. In this study, 3-Level neutral point clamped (3L- NPC) and 2-Level 6-phase (2L-6Ph) voltage source inverters (VSIs) are evaluated and compared to conventional 2-Level 3-phase (2L-3Ph). The comparison uses figure-of-merit parameters and a virtual prototyping method based on several performance indices, such as efficiency, power density, output harmonic quality, and reliability. Then, efficiency maps are acquired to find out the sweet operating points, minimizing losses. Results show that the 3L-NPC VSI system provides a higher switching frequency, which also shrinks the size of the passive elements and cooling system. Although the 3L-NPC inverter requires additional power switches and isolated gate drivers, its estimated performance outweighs such reliability and cost-dependent issues. Therefore, this study concludes that multi-level inverter topologies hold promise for high-voltage, high-power traction drives.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2024
Keywords
3 level neutral point clamped inverter, conduction losses, switching losses, traction inverter
National Category
Other Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering Vehicle and Aerospace Engineering Energy Systems
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-362228 (URN)10.1109/SPEC62217.2024.10893180 (DOI)001445813800061 ()2-s2.0-105001111098 (Scopus ID)
Conference
9th IEEE Southern Power Electronics Conference, SPEC 2024, Brisbane, Australia, Dec 2 2024 - Dec 5 2024
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Part of ISBN 9798350351156

QC 20250415

Available from: 2025-04-09 Created: 2025-04-09 Last updated: 2025-06-12Bibliographically approved
Huang, T., Singh, B. P., Liu, Y. & Norrga, S. (2024). Failure Characterization of Discrete SiC MOSFETs under Forward Power Cycling Test. Energies, 17(11), Article ID 2557.
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Failure Characterization of Discrete SiC MOSFETs under Forward Power Cycling Test
2024 (English)In: Energies, E-ISSN 1996-1073, Vol. 17, no 11, article id 2557Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Silicon carbide (SiC)-based metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs) hold promising application prospects in future high-capacity high-power converters due to their excellent electrothermal characteristics. However, as nascent power electronic devices, their long-term operational reliability lacks sufficient field data. The power cycling test is an important experimental method to assess packaging-related reliability. In order to obtain data closest to actual working conditions, forward power cycling is utilized to carry out SiC MOSFET degradation experiments. Due to the wide bandgap characteristics of SiC MOSFETs, the short-term drift of the threshold voltage is much more serious than that of silicon (Si)-based devices. Therefore, an offline threshold voltage measurement circuit is implemented during power cycling tests to minimize errors arising from this short-term drift. Different characterizations are performed based on power cycling tests, focused on measuring the on-state resistance, thermal impedance, and threshold voltage of the devices. The findings reveal that the primary failure mode under forward power cycling tests, with a maximum junction temperature of 130 degrees C, is bond-wire degradation. Conversely, the solder layer and gate oxide exhibit minimal degradation tendencies under these conditions.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
MDPI AG, 2024
Keywords
forward power cycling test, on-state resistance, discrete SiC MOSFET, threshold voltage, thermal impedance measurement
National Category
Other Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-348603 (URN)10.3390/en17112557 (DOI)001246747200001 ()2-s2.0-85195841400 (Scopus ID)
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QC 20240626

Available from: 2024-06-26 Created: 2024-06-26 Last updated: 2024-06-26Bibliographically approved
Chaffey, G., Jahn, I., Hoffmann, M., Alvarez Valenzuela, R., Prieto-Araujo, E. & Norrga, S. (2024). Model-based systems engineering for HVDC grids: state-of-the-art and future outlook. In: : . Paper presented at CIGRE Session 2024, Aug 25-30 2024, Paris, France. CIGRE (International Council on Large Electric Systems)
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Model-based systems engineering for HVDC grids: state-of-the-art and future outlook
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2024 (English)Conference paper, Published paper (Refereed)
Abstract [en]

The HVDC industry is moving towards multivendor HVDC systems, with multiterminal systems under planning in many parts of the world, and the desire for DC-side system expansion included in many functional requirements. Today’s typical collaborative design methods are not suitable to meet the challenges of these future multivendor systems, which will increasingly require sharing of information about elements of the system (e.g., converter control, protection, …) as well as interdisciplinary decision-making on coordination of devices and the overall system functionality. One method to enable more effective system development in such an environment is Systems Engineering or Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). There are numerous ways in which to use Systems Engineering to enable HVDC system specification, design, and implementation according to the needs of the application. This paper discusses the possible future needs of HVDC systems, and considers different ways in which Systems Engineering can be used to perform more effective specification and design in a multivendor context. The work is one outcome of CIGRE WG B4.85 (‘Interoperability in HVDC systems based on partially open-source software’). The use of MBSE in existing HVDC systems is first discussed, identifying that some manufacturers use Systems Engineering tools extensively for HVDC project design and development, but there is currently no framework or method for sharing models externally. Several case studies are then examined, discussing possible methodologies and benefits of using Systems Engineering for grid-level design, converter control definition, functional division, and grid-level control and protection definition. The high-level challenges and outlook for future widespread application of MBSE are then discussed, highlighting the need for additional technical harmonisation in the field as well as more efforts towards collaboration mechanisms to enable sharing of information that is becoming essential for effective multivendor system design and expansion.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
CIGRE (International Council on Large Electric Systems), 2024
Keywords
HVDC multivendor interoperability, B4.85, HVDC grids, Functional modelling, MBSE, Requirements engineering, Converter control interoperability, DC grid protection
National Category
Power Systems and Components
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-362920 (URN)
Conference
CIGRE Session 2024, Aug 25-30 2024, Paris, France
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QC 20250430

Available from: 2025-04-30 Created: 2025-04-30 Last updated: 2025-04-30Bibliographically approved
Singh, B. P., Choudhury, K. R., Norrga, S., Kostov, K. & Nee, H.-P. (2023). Analysis of the Performance of Different Packaging Technologies of SiC Power Modules during Power Cycling Test. In: 2023 29TH INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON THERMAL INVESTIGATIONS OF ICS AND SYSTEMS, THERMINIC: . Paper presented at 29th International Workshop on Thermal Investigations of ICs and Systems,(THERMINIC), SEP 27-29, 2023, Budapest, HUNGARY. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
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2023 (English)In: 2023 29TH INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON THERMAL INVESTIGATIONS OF ICS AND SYSTEMS, THERMINIC, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) , 2023Conference paper, Published paper (Refereed)
Abstract [en]

Commercialization of SiC MOSFETs and electrification of the automotive sector has resulted in the accelerated development of power semiconductor devices. To take the most advantage of the SiC properties and make the power semiconductor modules automotive graded, the power module packaging technologies are developing at a rapid pace. New materials are being introduced and more innovative ways are being investigated to operate the SiC die at high temperatures while maintaining high reliability. Silver (Ag) sinter, due to its superior properties, has been introduced as a state-of-the-art die-attaching technology, while different ways are being investigated to either eliminate the aluminium (Al) bondwires or replace them with copper (Cu) counterparts. In this study, we will use the Finite Element (FE) method to investigate the impact of different packaging aspects like using copper foil and Ag sinter on thermal and mechanical performance of the power module. We will also investigate the effect of different packaging on power module reliability.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2023
Series
International Workshop on Thermal Investigation of ICs and Systems, ISSN 2474-1515
Keywords
power module, finite element, bondwire, solder, sinter, Cu clip, DBB
National Category
Other Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-341984 (URN)10.1109/THERMINIC60375.2023.10325878 (DOI)001108606800021 ()2-s2.0-85179623773 (Scopus ID)
Conference
29th International Workshop on Thermal Investigations of ICs and Systems,(THERMINIC), SEP 27-29, 2023, Budapest, HUNGARY
Note

Part of proceedings ISBN 979-8-3503-1862-3

QC 20240109

Available from: 2024-01-09 Created: 2024-01-09 Last updated: 2024-01-09Bibliographically approved
Singh, B. P., Shirong, W., Choudhury, K. R., Norrga, S. & Nee, H.-P. (2023). Analyzing the Impact of Die Positions inside the Power Module on the Reliability of Solder Layers for Different Power Cycling Scenarios. In: 2023 24th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multi-Physics Simulation and Experiments in Microelectronics and Microsystems, EuroSimE 2023: . Paper presented at 24th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multi-Physics Simulation and Experiments in Microelectronics and Microsystems, EuroSimE 2023, Graz, Austria, Apr 16 2023 - Apr 19 2023. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Analyzing the Impact of Die Positions inside the Power Module on the Reliability of Solder Layers for Different Power Cycling Scenarios
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2023 (English)In: 2023 24th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multi-Physics Simulation and Experiments in Microelectronics and Microsystems, EuroSimE 2023, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) , 2023Conference paper, Published paper (Refereed)
Abstract [en]

Solder layers, used as bonding material inside the power module to attach the semiconductor die on Direct Bond Copper (DBC) substrate and DBC substrate on baseplate, are one of the regions most prone to failure. The failure usually occurs in the form of solder cracks and depends on various operating conditions, such as-maximum temperature, temperature swing, and heating time. The cracks generated inside the solder layers can eventually result in its delamination. Power modules are usually power cycled to estimate the failure sites and mechanisms. However, the failure mechanisms can vary depending on the frequency, amplitude, and range of the temperature in the Power Cycling Tests (PCT). In this study, we have used the Finite Element Method (FEM) in COMSOL Multiphysics to analyse the impact of the PCT on both die attach, and baseplate attach solder layers. Additionally, the effect of the degree of asymmetry in the die position on the reliability of both the solder layers are analysed. The FEA (Finite Element Analysis) results are analysed to have a better understanding about the aspects impacting the lifetime of the power module.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2023
Keywords
finite element method, lifetime estimation, power cycling, Power module, solder, viscoplasticity
National Category
Other Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-333344 (URN)10.1109/EuroSimE56861.2023.10100764 (DOI)001058887300019 ()2-s2.0-85158148764 (Scopus ID)
Conference
24th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multi-Physics Simulation and Experiments in Microelectronics and Microsystems, EuroSimE 2023, Graz, Austria, Apr 16 2023 - Apr 19 2023
Note

Part of proceedings ISBN 979-8-3503-4597-1

QC 20231031

Available from: 2023-08-01 Created: 2023-08-01 Last updated: 2023-11-02Bibliographically approved
Nahalparvari, M., Asoodar, M., Norrga, S. & Nee, H.-P. (2023). DC-Side Impedance Modeling and Stability Assessment in Grid-Forming Modular Multilevel Converters. In: 2023 25TH EUROPEAN CONFERENCE ON POWER ELECTRONICS AND APPLICATIONS, EPE'23 ECCE EUROPE: . Paper presented at 25th European Conference on Power Electronics and Applications (EPE ECCE Europe), SEP 04-08, 2023, Aalborg, DENMARK. IEEE
Open this publication in new window or tab >>DC-Side Impedance Modeling and Stability Assessment in Grid-Forming Modular Multilevel Converters
2023 (English)In: 2023 25TH EUROPEAN CONFERENCE ON POWER ELECTRONICS AND APPLICATIONS, EPE'23 ECCE EUROPE, IEEE, 2023Conference paper, Published paper (Refereed)
Abstract [en]

Incorporation of inverter-based resources is progressively increasing in modern power systems. The absence of inherent physical inertia in converter-based systems has resulted in a decrease in the total inertia of the grid. Grid-forming control of voltage source converters emulates the workings of a conventional synchronous generator through frequency droop control, allowing the converter to provide inertial support while contributing to the support of grid voltage. This paper presents a dc-side impedance model of a grid-forming modular multilevel converter. A control interaction between a grid-forming and a grid-following converter in a back-to-back structure is investigated and a stabilizing compensator is proposed.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
IEEE, 2023
Series
European Conference on Power Electronics and Applications, ISSN 2325-0313
Keywords
Grid-forming, Harmonic stability, Impedance analysis, Modular multilevel converter
National Category
Other Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-344952 (URN)10.23919/EPE23ECCEEurope58414.2023.10264662 (DOI)001098971403070 ()2-s2.0-85175178197 (Scopus ID)
Conference
25th European Conference on Power Electronics and Applications (EPE ECCE Europe), SEP 04-08, 2023, Aalborg, DENMARK
Note

QC 20240408

Part of ISBN 978-9-0758-1541-2

Available from: 2024-04-08 Created: 2024-04-08 Last updated: 2025-05-27Bibliographically approved
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