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Integration of Renewable Energy Sources into the DC Traction Power Supply System

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: The growing importance of integrating renewable energy sources (RES) into mainline railway traction networks stems from the sector's substantial electricity demands, traditionally met by carbon-intensive thermal generation. This paper addresses the potential of wind and solar power to enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions in rail transport. It details the devel-opment of digital models for simulating DC traction power systems (TPS) coupled with RES, specifically wind turbines. Given the complexity of TPS, effective integration requires digital modeling that accounts for their unique properties. The proposed methodology, based on phase coordinates algorithms, offers a universal and comprehensive framework. It enables the identi-fication of various operational modes (normal, emergency, special) for diverse network com-ponents, including traction networks, transmission lines, and transformers. These models were used to simulate real-world train operations, generating data on electrical parameter dynamics and transformer thermal conditions. The results confirm that wind integration can improve energy efficiency, validating the methodology's practical applicability for RES projects in DC traction networks, including advanced high-voltage systems.

Source: Energies

DOI: 10.3390/en19071590