De-risking IBR Projects with HIL

Service Description

This course is tailored for professionals involved in inverter-based resource (IBR) projects, offering in-depth knowledge and practical insights into utilizing Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing. HIL testing ensures communication scheme interoperability, latency measurement, and compliance with key regulatory and operational requirements such as ERCOT, NERC, IEEE 1547, and UL 1741. ◉ Commissioning MW-Level Power Plants Bringing MW-scale systems online presents unique challenges, including delayed commissioning timelines due to unforeseen communication failures, control logic misconfigurations, and protection scheme gaps. These issues, which traditional simulations often miss, can lead to inefficiencies and costly operational setbacks. ◉ Ensuring Fault Tolerance in Data Centers and Energy Facilities: Data centers and hydrogen production plants must remain operational even under grid disturbances or equipment failures. Testing fault scenarios on-site is high-risk and disruptive. HIL testing creates a virtual environment to replicate fault conditions safely, enabling operators to fine-tune responses without impacting live operations. ◉Upgrading Legacy Systems in Power Infrastructure: Modernizing existing MW-scale plants and facilities is often hampered by a lack of up-to-date simulation models for aging inverters and control systems. Full replacements are prohibitively expensive. HIL testing offers a solution to retrofit existing equipment and adapt to modern grid requirements, ensuring compliance without massive investments. How HIL Testing Provides Solutions • Simulates complex real-world operational conditions, helping developers and operators identify issues before deployment. • Provides a safe and controlled environment to test fault conditions, reducing risks of downtime and equipment damage. • Enables cost-effective upgrades to legacy infrastructure, eliminating the need for extensive replacements while achieving compliance with modern standards.