Application of STATCOM in Improving Dynamic Performance of Interconnected Electric Power System

ABSTRACT STATCOM (Static Synchronous Compensator) are usually used for regulating power flow and voltage stabilization. Due to its capability of controlling power flow, the STATCOM can also be used for maintaining stability and dynamic performance improvement of a power system. This paper presents the investigation results of the STATCOM application in enhancing power system stability and dynamic performance of an interconnected electric power system. The results have also been verified through eigenvalue analysis and confirmed by time-domain simulations.