ABB develops complete system for 1,100 kV HVDC power transmission
Switzerland, Zurich: ABB has successfully developed all major equipment required for the deployment of 1,100 kV UHVDC power transmission systems.
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Switzerland, Zurich: ABB has successfully developed all major equipment required for the deployment of 1,100 kV UHVDC power transmission systems.
This technology enhances power transfer capacity to 10,000 MW and extends the distance capability of such links to over 3,000 km. The latest development is particularly interesting for geographically expansive countries and regions such as China, India, the Americas and Africa.
ABB supported SGCC with the Xiangjiaba-Shanghai project in 2010, which is the world’s first UHVDC transmission link to go into commercial operation. However, the 1100 kV development takes ultrahigh voltage DC technology to the next level, reports Newswire Today.
ABB previously announced the successful development and testing of the 1,100 kV converter transformer, which plays a critical role in HVDC transmission apart from other equipment.
“This is an important step in transmitting more power over even longer distances, without compromising on losses.” said Hanspeter Faessler, Head of the Grid Systems business within ABB’s Power Systems division. ”It will help connect remote renewables and transmit electricity efficiently and reliably to bustling urban centers located thousands of kilometers away, while minimising environmental impact.”
Source: Newswire Today
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