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The large spectrum of tests that can be performed in the laboratory provide R&D Nester partners with knowledge and valid solutions under the scope of the different simulation possibilities.
Testing of power systems and communication networks, including not only pure simulation environment but also HIL possibilities are great advantages for testing of new products and solutions.
Grid operators can test the performance of their grids in real time the deployment of automation and protection devices using HIL techniques; Device manufacturers can verify their products functionalities operating in a close tor real world environment, testing their product compliance, amongst many other possibilities.
Contact the R&D Nester team for further details and a cooperation opportunity.
R&D Nester RTPSS Laboratory is composed of state-of-the-art devices and software tools. Qualified researchers provide project partners and costumers the perfect opportunity for developing products and test different solutions in power systems and communication networks. The Laboratory infrastructure allows the simulation of both, power system and communications networks together using co-simulation techniques. Some envisaged applications are:
Prototype development and product conformance testing, type testing;
Testing of protection and automation systems;
Hardware-in-Loop (HIL) simulations.
Model verification/validation (e.g. linear elements models - constant parameters transmission lines, pi-circuits; non-linear models - Surge arrester) using field data and event records.
Studies for the optimal integration of renewable energy sources;
Power system transient studies and performance assessment in line with European connection grid codes;
Analysis of power system events.
Performing communication networks studies, by means of simulations, to aid its design;
HIL simulation of network communications using real devices in interaction with simulated environment;
Testing communication networks performance(measuring parameters and causing impairment).
Performing co-simulation (power system simulator and communication network simulator running simultaneously, interacting with each other).
Staff training for control equipment operation.
