Voltage compensation of an induction generator with long-shunt connection

Preliminary studies of voltage vs. speed relationships, stability of generated voltage, and voltage compensation of the self-excited induction generator are presented. In order to improve the voltage regulation, the long-shunt connection of the capacitors to the generator is used. The magnetizing inductance of the machine is used as a saturable reactor. The values of the capacitors for series and parallel connections are obtained from the saturation characteristics of the machine. Experimental results are reported. The maximum voltage drop is about 4%