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Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM) systems, also known as static VAR compensators, are advanced electrical devices used in various applications, including vessels, to improve power quality, stability, and control of the electrical grid on board. Here’s an explanation of STATCOM systems on vessel systems:

STATCOM System: A STATCOM system is a type of power electronic device that can rapidly adjust the reactive power (VAR) output to the electrical grid. It is used to regulate voltage and improve power factor, ensuring a stable and reliable electrical supply.

• Power Quality
  – Contributes to minimize Flicker (arc furnace applications).
  – Contributes to compensate Harmonics (generated by heavy industrial loads)
  – Good ally for friendly grid integration of power generating plants & heavy industries

• System Stability & Availability
  – Enhances the stability of the electric system and permits to maximize the active power transmission capacity.
  – Maximizes the availability & performance of the existing assets, used for:
    ✓ Bulk power transfer in heavy mining sites in remote areas (weak grids).
    ✓ Heavy motor direct-start up ➔ Voltage Drops ➔ Assets trip

• Investment Deferal
  – Defers costly investments in new & upgraded grid connections.

The term “synchronous condenser application” refers to the use and deployment of synchronous condensers in electrical power systems and various industrial settings. A synchronous condenser is an electrical machine that operates as an overexcited synchronous motor, without any mechanical load, to provide or absorb reactive power (VARs) in an electrical network.

Synchronous condenser applications are essential for optimizing the operation and reliability of electrical power systems, ensuring they can handle varying loads, maintain voltage stability, and efficiently use generated power.

• Voltage Regulation
• Power Factor Correction
• Grid Stability
• Integration of Renewable Energy
• Industrial Applications
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