Digsilent PowerFactory 2020

• A new application framework, offering users greater flexibility in customising the windows layout, by rearranging windows and toolbars and using split-screen working in the graphics window

• The Dynamic Network Reduction, which allows the user to reduce the size of a network to a minimum, while keeping the results of dynamic simulations as accurate as possible

• Fully updated Parameter Identification function

• Updated Protection Suite, supporting the new IEEE 1584-2018 standard for Arc Flash Hazard Analysis

• Enhancement to the Protection Coordination Assistant to allow users to create their own rules for zone-reach determination

• Implementation of the latest LV and MV connection standards VDE-AR-N 4105:2018 and VDE-AR-N 4110:2018, to support our users with increasing numbers of connection requests

• The Unit Commitment and Dispatch Optimisation module now also includes optimisation of hydro units, batteries and general storage models

• Various new and enhanced Power Equipment Models, among others
  • frequency-dependent phase domain line model
  • new single phase models for synchronous machine and three winding transformer
  • PWM Converter model enhancements for EMT simulations

The new and improved models and functions in the PowerFactory 2020 version continue the process of enhancement and development which ensures that PowerFactory remains the ideal tool for a wide range of network planning and operational studies, from small micro-grids to large transmission and distribution networks, including HVDC and renewable technologies.