Power quality improvement techniques from a topological perspective: An overview

DOI

https://www.doi.org/10.59256/ijsreat.20260601006

Published In

Volume 6, Issue 1 (2026)

Published Online

January-February 2026

Pages

30-39

Article Type

Original Article

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As a result of the growing concern regarding power quality (PQ) in the last decade, utilities have been constantly seeking ways to improve the quality of their power supply, to the benefit of their customers. Power quality is a critical factor in maintaining the safe and reliable operation of electrical systems. With the ever-increasing demand for energy, power systems are becoming more complex and prone to disturbances. As such, power quality is a major concern for utilities, industries, and consumers alike. In this blog post, we will explore the topological perspectives of power quality and the techniques that can be used to improve it. We will delve into the concepts of voltage sag, swell, flicker, harmonics, and unbalance, and their impact on power quality. We will also explore various techniques such as voltage regulation, harmonic filtering, and active power filtering that can be used to mitigate the effects of these disturbances. By the end of this post, you will have a better understanding of the topological perspectives of power quality and the techniques that can be used to improve it.