Comparison of Different Generator Wind Power Generation Plant
- Squirrel Cage Induction Generator (SCIG).
- Doubly Fed Induction Generator (DFIG).
- Wound Rotor Synchronous Generator (WRSG).
- Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator (PMSG).
|
Point |
SCIG |
DFIG |
WRSG |
PMSG |
|
1. Cost |
Lower |
Medium |
High |
Higher |
|
2. Size |
Robust |
Compact |
Medium |
Large |
|
3. Construction |
Simple |
Simple |
Simple |
Complex |
|
4. Active/Reactive Power Control |
No |
Good |
Good |
Good |
|
5. Electrical Losses |
High |
Low |
High |
Very high |
|
6. Reliability |
High |
Medium |
High |
High |
|
7. Mechanical Stress |
High |
Low |
Low |
Low |
|
8. Energy Yield |
Low |
High |
High |
High |