GUI-Based Electric Arc Furnace Power Grid Impact Simulation Software

The GUI-based Electric Arc Furnace Power Grid Impact Simulation Software is developed using MATLAB. This software simulates the effects of electric arc furnaces on power grids through an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) that enables user control and operation. Users can perform power grid simulations to understand arc furnace impacts, conduct relevant analysis, and support research activities. Developed to address power system industry needs, this tool provides engineers and researchers with a convenient and efficient platform for better understanding and analyzing arc furnace-grid interactions. The implementation includes numerical modeling of arc furnace electrical characteristics and power system algorithms for harmonic analysis, voltage fluctuation studies, and load flow simulations. Through this software, users can investigate arc furnace behavior and characteristics within power networks, providing valuable references for power system design and operation. The MATLAB-based architecture employs object-oriented programming for modular component design, featuring specialized functions for power quality analysis and dynamic system modeling. Overall, this software serves as a powerful yet user-friendly tool that offers a convenient approach for power system simulation and research.