What do you understand by characteristic harmonics in HVDC System?

Using Fourier
analysis obtain equation for primary current of transformers connected to 12 pulse converter.
[16]
2. Mention the configurations and impedance characteristics of various types of filters. Give
design aspects of single tuned filter. [16]
3.a) Explain the break even distance of D.C. transmission system. Give its range of values
for D.C. transmission lines.
b) Explain briefly about different types of HVDC links. [8+8]
4. What are the different harmonics generated in voltage and current wave form on both AC
and DC side in case of a 6 pulse converter? [16]
5. Explain the drawbacks in Individual phase control and equidistant pulse control schemes
used in HVDC projects. [16]
6. Discuss the various sources of reactive power for HVDC converters. [16]
7.a) Classify the solution methodology for AC-DC load flow and explain.
b) Explain the per unit system for DC quantities. [8+8]
8.a) Explain the difference between the A.C. circuit breaker and H.V.D.C. circuit breaker.
b) Explain the causes of over voltages on D.C. side of H.V.D.C converter. [8+8] - See more
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