This paper presents two benchmark systems for time-domain simulation of a t
hyristor based Static Transfer Switch (STS). The objectives are 1) to provi
de guidelines for digital simulation of STS systems, 2) to provide a basis
for performance evaluation of simulation programs used for STS analysis and
3) to benchmark performance of various detection/control strategies adopte
d for STS systems. Each benchmark system is lu composed of 1) supply system
, 2) STS, and 3) sensitive load. The two benchmark systems are referred to
as STS-1 and STS-2. Simulated performances of the two systems, based on the
use of PSCAD/EMTDC software package are provided. Simulation results corre
sponding to STS-2 are also compared with the corresponding measurement resu
lts.