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Use of HVDC and FACTS
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Electrical EngineeringFast DevelopmentEngineeringSmart GridPower DeviceElectrical TransmissionPower Electronics ConverterComputer EngineeringPowerful Semiconductor DevicesElectric Power TransmissionPower ElectronicsPower Systems
The fast development of power electronics based on new and powerful semiconductor devices has led to innovative technologies, such as high voltage DC transmission (HVDC) and flexible AC transmission system (FACTS), which can be applied in transmission and distribution systems. The technical and economical benefits of these technologies represent an alternative to the application in AC systems. Deregulation in the power industry and opening of the market for delivery of cheaper energy to the customers is creating additional requirements for the operation of power systems. HVDC and FACTS offer major advantages in meeting these requirements.