Germany – Research, testing and scientific technical simulator – Supply and commissioning of a Power-Hardware-in-the-Loop system

Opportunity description

The equipment to be procured is a Power-Hardware-in-the-Loop system (PHIL), consisting of a Hardware-in-the-Loop simulator (real-time simulator) and an amplifier (RCP-PHIL converter The associated real-time simulator is intended to calculate realistic models of low-, medium- and high-voltage grids as well as local distribution transformers in real time and additionally enable the real-time simulation of power electronic components, where applicable with FPGA support. The analog and digital inputs and outputs may be connected via D-Sub connectors. Other equivalent connectors are also permitted, provided that the electrical and functional requirements specified in this performance specification are met. The RCP-PHIL converter converts the control variables of the real-time simulator into physical voltage and current signals and must be capable of supplying subnetworks of a hardware low-voltage grid replica (not part of the offer). A rated power of at least 32 kVA is required for this purpose. Furthermore, the amplifier is intended to be capable of being operated independently of the real-time simulator as a converter with any desired control concept in the integrated distribution grid laboratory. Control concepts already implemented on the converter simplify this intended use. The equipment will combine the functions of a Rapid-Control-Prototyping converter and a PHIL amplifier, hence the special designation as an RCP-PHIL converter. Detailed technical requirements are defined in the following table. Of particular relevance is an already tested and mutually coordinated complete PHIL system. Due to the dynamic coupling between the real-time simulator, power amplifier, communication interface, filter elements and control system, even minor delays or uncoordinated parameters can lead to instability of the control loop, increased commissioning effort and, consequently, delays in achieving the research objectives. A plug-and-play-capable complete system is therefore expected, whose functionality must be demonstrated as part of commissioning and training. Joint mechanical integration of the real-time simulator and power amplifier in a rack is not envisaged. A modular, separate configuration is expressly permitted and is even advantageous with regard to the flexible integration of the real-time simulator into different laboratory setups. The decisive factor is that both components can be operated as a complete system that is functionally and electrically coordinated Procedure: open. Review the original TED notice for the complete requirement, lots, amendments and attachments.