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Aug 13, 2018 · Introduction High voltage direct current (HVDC) technology is one of the technical options National Grid can consider for the future development of the transmission system in
GE has a proven track record in the supply of power conversion stations for electric rail networks by using MVDC systems to convert between AC grids operating at diferent frequencies. 800+ MVAR installed in rail substations. Help to avoid unbalanced utility grid loads and the resulting costs.
Transferring power between these regions without disrupting the frequency of either system is only possible with direct current (DC) links. In the early years of our country’s electric grid, AC became the standardized system for transmitting electricity because DC power systems were expensive and technically complex.
GE’s SVCs are built around our proven high-power thyristor valves, which are widely used for industrial and transmission applications. GE’s STATCOMs are based on our proven range of Voltage Source Converters (VSC) with demonstrated capability in energy and industrial applications.
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