Real-Time Frequency Estimation in Low Inertia Power Systems.

Ahmed Lakhdar Kouzou, Ali Sharida, Sertac Bayhan, Haitham Abu-Rub, Irfan Khan

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Abstract

Accurate frequency measurement is essential for maintaining grid stability, particularly during transient events. Traditional frequency estimation methods, such as phase-locked loops (PLLs) and discrete Fourier transforms (DFTs), are widely used, yet they often face limitations under rapidly changing grid conditions. In addition, the growing integration of inverter-based resources (IBRs) has resulted in weaker and more disturbanceprone power systems. Such challenges increase the need for precise and real-time frequency estimation techniques. To address that, this paper proposes a frequency estimation method based on Recursive Least Squares (RLS) algorithm. The key objective of the method is to accurately track abrupt frequency deviations in weak grids and during the existence of measurement noises. The proposed estimator is designed to offer fast and precise performance across a wide range of operating scenarios, including those with high Rates of Change of Frequency (RoCoF). Its effectiveness is validated through extensive simulation and experimental investigations, and bench-marked against conventional frequency estimation techniques.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication IEEE EUROCON 2025 - 21st International Conference on Smart Technologies
Subtitle of host publication21st International Conference on Smart Technologies
EditorsIreneusz Czarnowski, Marek Jasinski
PublisherIEEE
Pages1-6
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)979-8-3315-0878-4
ISBN (Print)979-8-3315-0879-1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 6 Jun 2025
Event21st IEEE International Conference on Smart Technologies, EUROCON 2025 - Gdynia, Poland
Duration: 4 Jun 20256 Jun 2025

Publication series

NameProceedings - EUROCON 2025: 21st International Conference on Smart Technologies

Conference

Conference21st IEEE International Conference on Smart Technologies, EUROCON 2025
Country/TerritoryPoland
CityGdynia
Period4/06/256/06/25

Keywords

  • Frequency estimation
  • Low inertia grid
  • PhaseLocked Loop
  • Rates of Change of Frequency
  • Recursive Least Squares

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