Control Center Lab
A replica of a control center, powered by real-time simulation, ready to revolutionise the control and operation of power systems.
Innovating the control center to meet future needs of energy systems
Our state-of-the-art control room features a comprehensive set of hardware and software for modeling, simulation, and visualization of large-scale electric power and energy systems. Driven by real time data, researchers can develop and test innovative control room tools that are needed for the future power systems.
The Control Center Lab consists of 8 racks Novacor™ Real Time Digital Simulator (RTDS), a full-scale SCADA system driven by real time measurements from the Bornholm power system and the lab power network, a blade server, and numerous Phasor Measurement Units (PMUs). It is also possible to interface protection and control (PAC) hardware with the RTDS for system and component level hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test.
Explore grid stability, intelligent control, and energy management in a real-time simulation environment
Our interactive simulation platform with real power system data and distributed energy resources makes the Control Center Lab a well-suited test platform for grid stability, control, and energy management technology development and validation. The lab pioneers advanced algorithms for intelligent supervision and control of smart energy systems. Equipped with real-time simulation and necessary supporting software, researchers can simulate large scale converter-based power systems, conduct hardware-in-the-loop tests, and test emerging energy management system tools.
Advanced testing with SCADA, Lab Cells and grid visualization
SCADA System (Schneider ADMS)
A full scale Schneider ADMS SCADA system for real time supervision and control of Microgrid formed by Labcells and distributed generations (DGs), with a real time link with the Bornholm SCADA, and interface to Real Time Digital Simulator (RTDS).
Lab Cells
The SCADA system is connected to Lab Cells, a miniature replica of a power substation designed to integrate distributed energy resources with a customiable grid.
Real-time Digital Simulation
RTDS with the capability of simulating power systems with more than 5500 buses in real time. Suitable to be used for Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL) tests and be connected to the high-power amplifier for Power-Hardware-In-the-Loop (PHIL) tests.
Selected projects and use case examples from the lab
SOSPO
Secure Operation of Sustainable Power Systems. Read more at DTU Orbit here.
Phasor Measurement Unit Applications
Phasor Measurement Unit Applications for Small Signal Stability Assessment and Improvement of Power Systems. Read more here.
Frequency Characterization
Frequency Characterization and Control for Future Low Inertia Systems. Read more here.
Incorporating Synchronous Condensers
Coordinated control for incorporating synchronous condensers in low inertia grids. Read more here.
Lab staff
Technical Contact
Nenad Mijatovic
Lector, DTU
nemi@dtu.dk
