Method to model Active Harmonic Filter in harmonic simulation packages

The problem of modeling Active Harmonic Filters in harmonic analysis packages is receiving huge attention with the increased use of Active Harmonic Filtering solutions in electrical networks. A method is proposed to model Active Harmonic Filters in harmonic analysis packages, which use current injection models. Issues and solutions related to Active Harmonic Filter modeling are outlined and discussed. A model is developed to represent the effect of Active Harmonic Filtering in a real-life network. Simulation results are also presented using the SKM power tools ldquoHi_Waverdquo harmonic simulator.