Improving the Efficiency of Power Distribution Networks Using Smart Thyristor Reactive Power Compensators with an Intelligent Control and Data Transmission System

The article considers the feasibility of using separate phase control and adaptive load and voltage control systems in reactive power compensators integrated into networks. Using a reactive power compensator as an example, the efficiency of using smart devices in 0.4-wkV networks is assessed. Two months’ worth of figures demonstrate the efficiency of such a smart compensator with intelligent control in maintaining a stable power factor close to unity and reducing the network reactive power to minimum. The device successfully maintains voltage within acceptable limits in all phases, which emphasizes its efficiency in reducing fluctuations and ensuring balanced voltage. In addition, the device provides increased efficiency due to reduced power losses, contributing to increased stability and reliability of the distribution network. The results confirm the need for a wider implementation of the developed technology for constructing smart thyristor reactive power compensators with an intelligent control and data transmission system.