A mixed-integer LP model for the reconfiguration of radial electric distribution systems considering distributed generation

2013 ◽  
Vol 97 ◽  
pp. 51-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
John F. Franco ◽  
Marcos J. Rider ◽  
Marina Lavorato ◽  
Rubén Romero
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
Mixed Integer ◽  
Lp Model ◽  
Electric Distribution

Optimization of Real Power Loss and Voltage Stability Index for Distribution Systems with Distributed Generation

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 ◽  
pp. 100-114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mostafa Elshahed ◽  
Mahmoud Dawod ◽  
Zeinab H. Osman
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Algorithm ◽  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
Voltage Stability ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Optimization Problems ◽  
Stability Index ◽  
Mixed Integer ◽  
Voltage Profile ◽  
Voltage Stability Index

Integrating Distributed Generation (DG) units into distribution systems can have an impact on the voltage profile, power flow, power losses, and voltage stability. In this paper, a new methodology for DG location and sizing are developed to minimize system losses and maximize voltage stability index (VSI). A proper allocation of DG has to be determined using the fuzzy ranking method to verify best compromised solutions and achieve maximum benefits. Synchronous machines are utilized and its power factor is optimally determined via genetic optimization to inject reactive power to decrease system losses and improve voltage profile and VSI. The Augmented Lagrangian Genetic Algorithm with nonlinear mixed-integer variables and Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm have been implemented to solve both single/multi-objective function optimization problems. For proposed methodology effectiveness verification, it is tested on 33-bus and 69-bus radial distribution systems then compared with previous works.

scholarly journals Optimal Network Reconfiguration in Active Distribution Networks with Soft Open Points and Distributed Generation

Energies ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (21) ◽  
pp. 4172 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ibrahim Diaaeldin ◽  
Shady Abdel Aleem ◽  
Ahmed El-Rafei ◽  
Almoataz Abdelaziz ◽  
Ahmed F. Zobaa
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
Search Algorithm ◽  
Distribution Networks ◽  
Mixed Integer ◽  
Network Reconfiguration ◽  
Efficient Manner ◽  
Optimal Network ◽  
Network Losses

In this study, we allocated soft open points (SOPs) and distributed generation (DG) units simultaneously with and without network reconfiguration (NR), and investigate the contribution of SOP losses to the total active losses, as well as the effect of increasing the number of SOPs connected to distribution systems under different loading conditions. A recent meta-heuristic optimization algorithm called the discrete-continuous hyper-spherical search algorithm is used to solve the mixed-integer nonlinear problem of SOPs and DGs allocation, along with new NR methodology to obtain radial configurations in an efficient manner without the possibility of getting trapped in local minima. Further, multi-scenario studies are conducted on an IEEE 33-node balanced benchmark distribution system and an 83-node balanced distribution system from a power company in Taiwan. The contributions of SOP losses to the total active losses, as well as the effect of increasing the number of SOPs connected to the system, are investigated to determine the real benefits gained from their allocation. It was clear from the results obtained that simultaneous NR, SOP, and DG allocation into a distribution system creates a hybrid configuration that merges the benefits offered by radial distribution systems and mitigates drawbacks related to losses, power quality, and voltage violations, while offering a far more efficient and optimal network operation. Also, it was found that the contribution of the internal loss of SOPs to the total loss for different numbers of installed SOPs is not dependent on the number of SOPs and that loss minimization is not always guaranteed by installing more SOPs or DGs along with NR. One of the findings of the paper demonstrates that NR with optimizing tie-lines could reduce active losses considerably. The results obtained also validate, with proper justifications, that SOPs installed for the management of constraints in LV feeders could further reduce losses and efficiently address issues related to voltage violations and network losses.

Optimal allocation of distributed generation with reconfiguration in electric distribution systems

2013 ◽  
Vol 103 ◽  
pp. 178-183 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gustavo J.S. Rosseti ◽  
Edimar J. de Oliveira ◽  
Leonardo W. de Oliveira ◽  
Ivo C. Silva ◽  
Wesley Peres
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
Optimal Allocation ◽  
Electric Distribution
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