eRoots Joins TenSyGrid
The transition to 100% renewable energy presents significant challenges for power grid stability. As conventional power plants with synchronous generators are replaced by inverter-based resources like wind and solar, power system dynamics change dramatically. Traditional stability assessment methods struggle to capture the nonlinear behavior of these converter-dominated grids, making real-time decision-making more complex for grid operators.
To address this challenge, eRoots Analytics is proud to be part of TenSyGrid, a research project dedicated to developing new stability assessment tools for power grids with high shares of renewable energy.
What is the TenSyGrid Project?
The TenSyGrid project (Tensors for System Analysis of Converter-dominated Power Grids) aims to provide a new toolbox for grid operators, enabling direct stability assessments of large power grids with low inertia. The project, coordinated by Fraunhofer IWES, brings together leading institutions, including:
- Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
- Hamburg University of Applied Sciences
- University of Malta
- eRoots Analytics
With support from CETPartnership and the European Commission, TenSyGrid is focused on integrating tensor-based mathematical modeling to enhance the way power grids are analyzed and controlled.
eRoots' Role: Leading Work Package 3 (WP3) – Power System Components
At eRoots Analytics, we are leading WP3 – Power System Components, where our primary focus is on modeling the nonlinear behaviors of key power system elements such as:
- Generators
- Converters
- Power lines
- Transformers
- Loads
Many of the critical stability challenges in renewable-based grids stem from nonlinear system behaviors that cannot be captured by traditional linear stability analysis methods. Our work in WP3 addresses these challenges by:
- Developing models that accurately represent nonlinear behaviors in power system components
- Ensuring compatibility with all simulation tools used in power system analysis
- Supporting real-time stability assessment with methods tailored for converter-dominated grids
By incorporating advanced mathematical techniques such as tensor-based modeling, we aim to improve how grid operators assess and manage system stability in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.
Why This Matters
The successful integration of 100% renewable energy depends on the ability to accurately model and predict the dynamic behavior of power grids. TenSyGrid is taking an essential step toward closing the gap between theoretical advancements and practical applications, providing grid operators with the tools they need to maintain secure and reliable power systems.
At eRoots, we are excited to bring our expertise to this initiative and contribute to the development of next-generation stability assessment tools.
We look forward to sharing more updates as the project progresses!
