Distributed Frequency Interactive Damping Control for Multiple VSGs in Islanded Microgrids

Frequency damping control is a crucial aspect of islanded microgrids utilizing multiple virtual synchronous generators (VSGs). This paper studies the effects of line impedance mismatches and transient frequency out-of-sync leading to frequency interactive oscillation in VSGs. To address this issue, we propose a distributed interactive damping and zero-error control method that utilizes sparse communications. The objective of this method is to effectively suppress frequency oscillation by minimizing the differences in frequency dynamics among all VSGs. By implementing this approach, a low rate of change of frequency (RoCoF), accurate active power sharing, and zero frequency deviation are ensured. Through dynamic performance analysis, frequency characteristic analysis, and stability analysis based on LaSalle’s invariance principle, we demonstrate significant improvements in system stability, as well as dynamic and steady state performances. Finally, simulation and experimental results obtained under load changes, short-circuits, and communication faults validate the effectiveness of the proposed control method. © 2024 IEEE.