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Reference Number	NIA_NGET0042
Title	HVDC EngD - Richard Poole
Status	Completed
Energy Categories	Other Power and Storage Technologies(Electricity transmission and distribution) 100%;
Research Types	Applied Research and Development 100%
Science and Technology Fields	ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) 100%
UKERC Cross Cutting Characterisation	Not Cross-cutting 100%
Principal Investigator	Project Contact No email address given National Grid Electricity Transmission
Award Type	Network Innovation Allowance
Funding Source	Ofgem
Start Date	01 March 2012
End Date	01 March 2016
Duration	48 months
Total Grant Value	£51,000
Industrial Sectors	Power
Region	London
Programme	Network Innovation Allowance
Investigators	Principal Investigator	Project Contact , National Grid Electricity Transmission (100.000%)
Web Site	http://www.smarternetworks.org/project/NIA_NGET0042
Objectives	To evaluate the possibility of Connecting a Nuclear Power Station to the UK transmission system via the following methods: A Current Source Converter HVDC link in combination with an AC Transmission link. A Voltage Source Converter HVDC link in combination with an AC transmission Link. Two double AC Circuits. Additional Objectives: To produce various strategy papers on whether the HVDC technology is technically feasible for the connection of Nuclear Power Stations or not. To produce Technical Guidance Documents for National grid obtained from the analysis. To expand HVDC technology Expertise within National Grid for possible future Generation connection scenarios utilising HVDC technology. To produce and publish technical papers on the subject matter. To introduce and analyse the suitability of PSCAD HVDC power systems analysis software for HVDC system analysis. Delivering a guidance document for industry use on the feasibility of connecting nuclear powers stations to the UK transmission system via HVDC links. In addition improving the industries knowledge on HVDC Technology by completing an EngD project, and submitting paper(s) in relevant academic journals.
Abstract	HVDC systems are becoming increasingly more relied upon as we facilitate the change to a low carbon economy and seek new sources of renewable, offshore generation. As such, National Grid require the expertise to understand the DC system, and perform technical work that can facilitate new connections, new technology opportunities etc. The method proposed identifies Richard Poole, a National Grid employee, to complete an EngD at the University of Hertfordshire specializing in HVDC especially surrounding HVDC links with Nuclear Power plants.Note : Project Documents may be available via the ENA Smarter Networks Portal using the Website link above
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Added to Database	15/08/18