JEECS (Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences)
Vol. 11 No. 1 (2026): June

Harmonic Performance in Hybrid AC-DC Microgrid Connected Bidirectional Converter with LCL Filter

Hasti Afianti (Universitas Bhayangkara Surabaya)
Ahmadi Ahmadi (Universitas Bhayangkara Surabaya)
Saidah Saidah (Universitas Bhayangkara Surabaya)
Richa Watiasih (Universitas Bhayangkara Surabaya)
Bambang Purwahyudi (Universitas Bhayangkara Surabaya)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Jun 2026

Abstract

This paper presents the harmonic performance of a grid-connected hybrid AC-DC microgrid. Using solar power as a source in the DC microgrid and the grid in the AC microgrid eliminates the need for energy storage. Solar power generation is known to be intermittent, requiring a power supply to meet the load demand in the DC microgrid. Therefore, a converter that can operate as both an inverter and a rectifier is required. One way to address this issue is to use a bidirectional AC-DC converter (BC). To perform its function, this converter requires a filter to reduce the switching frequency ripple current injected into the grid. Among the available options, the LCL filter is widely recognized as the most effective solution for suppressing switching frequency harmonics. In this study, the performance of the LCL filter will be analyzed through simulations using MATLAB/Simulink. The results show that the bidirectional AC-DC converter designed with the LCL filter effectively suppresses resonances occurring at the converter output in rectifier or inverter mode., the voltage in the AC microgrid remained stable, the THD stayed below 5%, and the system frequency was well maintained. However, during the standby period, when the power transfer in both the DC and AC microgrids is zero, the THD on the grid remains high, up to 200%.

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Journal Info

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jeecs

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT Control & Systems Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering

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We aims to promote high-quality Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences research among academics and practitioners alike, including power system, electrical engineering, industry automation, mechatronics, computer sciences, informatics, and information system. This journal is dedicated for the ...