scholarly journals Solving optimal generation scheduling problem of microgrid using teaching learning based optimization algorithm

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 1632
Author(s):  
Surender Reddy Salkuti
Keyword(s):  
Demand Response ◽  
Operating Cost ◽  
Optimal Scheduling ◽  
Energy Resources ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Scheduling Problem ◽  
Solar Pv ◽  
Teaching Learning Based Optimization ◽  
Diesel Generators ◽  
Teaching Learning

<p>This paper proposes a new optimal scheduling methodology for a Microgrid (MG) considering the energy resources such as diesel generators, solar photovoltaic (PV) plants, wind farms, battery energy storage systems (BESSs), electric vehicles (EVs) and demand response (DR). The penetration level of renewable and sustainable energy resources (i.e., wind, solar PV energy, geothermal and ocean energy) in power generation systems is increasing. In this work, the EVs and storage are used as flexible DR sources and they can be combined with DR to improve the flexibility of MG. Various uncertainties exist in the MGs due to the intermittent/uncertain nature of renewable energy resources (RERs) such as wind and solar PV power outputs. In this paper, these uncertainties are modeled by using the probability analysis. In this paper, the optimal scheduling problem of MG is solved by minimizing the total operating cost (TOC) of MG. The TOC minimization objective is formulated by considering the cost due to power exchange between main grid and MG, diesel generators, wind, solar PV units, EVs, BESSs, and DR. The successful implementation of optimal scheduling of MG requires the widespread use of demand response and EVs. In this paper, teaching-learning-based optimization (TLBO) algorithm is used to solve the proposed optimization problem. The simulation studies are performed on a test MG by considering all the components of MG.</p>

An MPPT method using hybrid radial movement optimization with teaching-learning based optimization under fluctuating atmospheric conditions

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Imran Pervez ◽  
Adil Sarwar ◽  
Afroz Alam ◽  
Mohammad ◽  
Ripon K. Chakrabortty ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Maximum Power ◽  
Metaheuristic Algorithms ◽  
Solar Pv ◽  
Maximum Power Point ◽  
Local Optima ◽  
Pv Array ◽  
Radial Movement ◽  
Teaching Learning Based Optimization ◽  
Power Point ◽  
Teaching Learning

Due to its clean and abundant availability, solar energy is popular as a source from which to generate electricity. Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology converts sunlight incident on the solar PV panel or array directly into non-linear DC electricity. However, the non-linear nature of the solar panels’ power needs to be tracked for its efficient utilization. The problem of non-linearity becomes more prominent when the solar PV array is shaded, even leading to high power losses and concentrated heating in some areas (hotspot condition) of the PV array. Bypass diodes used to eliminate the shading effect cause multiple peaks of power on the power versus voltage (P-V) curve and make the tracking problem quite complex. Conventional algorithms to track the optimal power point cannot search the complete P-V curve and often become trapped in local optima. More recently, metaheuristic algorithms have been employed for maximum power point tracking. Being stochastic, these algorithms explore the complete search area, thereby eliminating any chance of becoming trapped stuck in local optima. This paper proposes a hybridized version of two metaheuristic algorithms, Radial Movement Optimization and teaching-learning based optimization (RMOTLBO). The algorithm has been discussed in detail and applied to multiple shading patterns in a solar PV generation system. It successfully tracks the maximum power point (MPP) in a lesser amount of time and lesser fluctuations.

Energy management of a microgrid using demand response strategy including renewable uncertainties

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 85-100
Author(s):  
Suchitra Dayalan ◽  
Rajarajeswari Rathinam
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Energy Management ◽  
Demand Response ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Operating Cost ◽  
Energy Resources ◽  
Response Strategy ◽  
Distributed Energy ◽  
Real Time Control ◽  
Minimum Operating

Abstract Microgrid is an effective means of integrating multiple energy sources of distributed energy to improve the economy, stability and security of the energy systems. A typical microgrid consists of Renewable Energy Source (RES), Controllable Thermal Units (CTU), Energy Storage System (ESS), interruptible and uninterruptible loads. From the perspective of the generation, the microgrid should be operated at the minimum operating cost, whereas from the perspective of demand, the energy cost imposed on the consumer should be minimum. The main key in controlling the relationship of microgrid with the utility grid is managing the demand. An Energy Management System (EMS) is required to have real time control over the demand and the Distributed Energy Resources (DER). Demand Side Management (DSM) assesses the actual demand in the microgrid to integrate different energy resources distributed within the grid. With these motivations towards the operation of a microgrid and also to achieve the objective of minimizing the total expected operating cost, the DER schedules are optimized for meeting the loads. Demand Response (DR) a part of DSM is integrated with MG islanded mode operation by using Time of Use (TOU) and Real Time Pricing (RTP) procedures. Both TOU and RTP are used for shifting the controllable loads. RES is used for generator side cost reduction and load shifting using DR performs the load side control by reducing the peak to average ratio. Four different cases with and without the PV, wind uncertainties and ESS are analyzed with Demand Response and Unitcommittment (DRUC) strategy. The Strawberry (SBY) algorithm is used for obtaining the minimum operating cost and to achieve better energy management of the Microgrid.

An effective teaching-learning-based optimization algorithm for the multi-skill resource-constrained project scheduling problem

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 1064-1087
Author(s):  
Dheeraj Joshi ◽  
M.L. Mittal ◽  
Milind Kumar Sharma ◽  
Manish Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Project Scheduling ◽  
Scheduling Problem ◽  
Exploration And Exploitation ◽  
Resource Constrained ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Resource Constrained Project Scheduling ◽  
Self Study ◽  
Teaching Learning Based Optimization ◽  
Project Scheduling Problem ◽  
Teaching Learning

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to consider one of the recent and practical extensions of the resource-constrained project scheduling problem (RCPSP) termed as the multi-skill resource-constrained project scheduling problem (MSRCPSP) for investigation. The objective is the minimization of the makespan or total project duration. Design/methodology/approach To solve this complex problem, the authors propose a teaching–learning-based optimization (TLBO) algorithm in which self-study and examination have been used as additional features to enhance its exploration and exploitation capabilities. An activity list-based encoding scheme has been modified to include the resource assignment information because of the multi-skill nature of the algorithm. In addition, a genetic algorithm (GA) is also developed in this work for the purpose of comparisons. The computational experiments are performed on 216 test instances with varying complexity and characteristics generated for the purpose. Findings The results obtained after computations show that the TLBO has performed significantly better than GA in terms of average percentage deviation from the critical path-based lower bound for different combinations of three parameters, namely, skill factor, network complexity and modified resource strength. Research limitations/implications The modified TLBO proposed in this paper can be conveniently applied to any product or service organization wherein human resources are involved in executing project activities. Practical implications The developed model can suitably handle resource allocation problems faced in real-life large-sized projects usually administered in software development companies, consultancy firms, R&D-based organizations, maintenance firms, big construction houses, etc. wherein human resources are involved. Originality/value The current work aims to propose an effective metaheuristic for a more realistic version of MSRCPSP, in which resource requirements of activities may be more than one. Moreover, to enhance the exploration and exploitation capabilities of the original TLBO, the authors use two additional concepts, namely, self-study and examination in the search process.

scholarly journals Optimal Operation of Microgrid considering Renewable Energy Sources, Electric Vehicles and Demand Response

2019 ◽  
Vol 87 ◽  
pp. 01007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Surender Reddy Salkuti
Keyword(s):  
Electric Vehicles ◽  
Hybrid System ◽  
Demand Response ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Operating Cost ◽  
Energy Systems ◽  
Optimal Operation ◽  
Solar Pv ◽  
The Cost

This paper proposes a new optimal operation of Microgrids (MGs) in a distribution system with wind energy generators (WEGs), solar photovoltaic (PV) energy systems, battery energy storage (BES) systems, electric vehicles (EVs) and demand response (DR). To reduce the fluctuations of wind, solar PV powers and load demands, the BES systems and DR are utilized in the proposed hybrid system. The detailed modeling of WEGs, solar PV units, load demands, BES systems and EVs has been presented in this paper. The objective considered here is the minimization of total operating cost of microgrid, and it is formulated by considering the cost of power exchange between the main power grid and microgrid, cost of wind and solar PV energy systems, cost of BES systems, EVs and the cost due to the DR in the system. Simulations are performed on a test microgrid, and they are implemented using GAMS software. Various case studies are performed with and without considering the proposed hybrid system.

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