Masterclass on Real-Time Hardware-in-the-Loop Experiments for Grid Integration of Offshore Renewable Energy Systems

Key information

• Location: University of Warwick
• Date: September 2024 (date TBC)
• Duration: 1-day Masterclass
• Specialist access to renewable Integration & Smart Grid Lab.

Pricing

• Industry participant rate: £500 - Course materials and lunch included. Participants are responsible for the cost and organisation of their travel and accommodation.
• Early Career Researchers: Free - In line with EPSRC funding policy, the cost is covered for academic researchers who meet the definition of an Early Career Researcher (Post Doctoral Research Assistants (PDRAs), early career academic staff within the first three years of their academic appointment, or PhD students within 12 months of completion who are exploring a future career in the ORE sector), and are part of our network. There will be no charge for Early Career Researchers to attend a Masterclass, but they will be responsible for covering expenses such as travel and accommodation.

Included in your day

• Unparalleled access to the most up-to-date knowledge in a session created by academics at the forefront of ORE research and teaching
• Access to world-class facilities and hands-on demonstrations
• Electronic access to course material and presentations after the masterclass
• Networking opportunities
• Q&A session with Course Director
• Morning, lunch and afternoon refreshments
• Electronic certificate of attendance

About the Masterclass

This Masterclass will equip participants with a thorough understanding and hands-on experience in conducting real-time Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) experiments for the grid integration of offshore renewable energy systems. Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, participants will develop their expertise in the fundamental concepts and techniques involved in designing, modelling, and executing real-time simulations using a range of cutting-edge devices, including real-time simulator, grid emulator, wind turbine emulator, energy storage emulator, electronic load emulator. This knowledge will empower participants to seamlessly transition their simulation models into real-time environments, enabling effective HIL testing for control systems and prototyping in the field of offshore renewable energy. Participants will also gain valuable insights into the dynamic fast-frequency response of OREs, ancillary service provision, and the integration of hardware into simulation models.

The Masterclass provides unique access to a state-of-the-art real-time simulator to test smart power grids with the integration of distributed renewable power generation.

Drawing on expertise from 10 UK universities, the Supergen ORE Hub is in a unique position to offer the opportunity to learn directly from the UK's foremost specialists in offshore renewable energy at world-leading facilities. To book your place on this Masterclass we encourage you to register early as places are limited. This Masterclass is scheduled to run a second time in September 2026.

Masterclass Directors

Professor Xiaowei Zhao - Professor of Control Engineering, University of Warwick