Contents

1. Introduction, 2. Static power conversion, 3. Harmonic elimination, 4.HVDC system development, 5. Control of HVDC converters and systems,

6. Interaction between AC and DC systems, 7. Main design consideration,

8. Fault development and protection, 9. Transient over voltages and insulation co-ordination, 10. DC versus AC transmissions, 11. New concepts in HVDC converters and systems.