A comprehensive literature review of conventional and modern islanding detection methods. (November 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Larik, Nauman Ali; Tahir, Muhammad Faizan; Elbarbary, Z.M. Salem; Yousaf, Muhammad Zain; Khan, Muhammad Ahmad
• Is Part Of: Energy strategy reviews. Volume 44(2022)
• Publication Date: 2022-11
• Subjects: Distributed generation -- Islanding detection methods -- Non-detection zone -- Power quality; Energy policy -- Periodicals; 333.7905
• DOI: 10.1016/j.esr.2022.101007
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2211-467X

Abstract

Abstract: Distributed Energy Resources (DER) offer significant advantages by means of raising reliability of distribution system, providing clean source of electricity and reduction in fossil fuel consumption. However, penetration of DER in distribution system poses severe challenges for control procedures and maintain protection coordination for secure operation. Unintentional islanding is a threat to the safety of equipment and line worker. Different islanding detection approaches are broadly classified in remote type methods which employ communication infrastructure and local type techniques based on monitoring parameters at Distributed Generator (DG) side. In this paper broad assessment about Islanding Detection Methods (IDMs) with their limitations and benefits are explained with respect to accuracy, detection time and non-detection zone. Comparative assessments of different IDMs are listed in tabulation for conveniently judging the most economical and efficient approach. Highlights: Islanding, its causes and issues due to unintentional islanding is provided in this paper. Description of International standards and test system proposed for Islanding detection are elaborated. IDMs classification, indices and comparative assessment of conventional and modern techniques are also discussed.