scholarly journals Coordinated Dispatch of Multi-Energy Microgrids and Distribution Network with a Flexible Structure

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (24) ◽  
pp. 5553
Author(s):  
Sijie Chen ◽  
Yongbiao Yang ◽  
Qingshan Xu ◽  
Jun Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Distribution Network ◽  
Optimal Strategies ◽  
Optimal Operation ◽  
Mixed Integer ◽  
Power Sources ◽  
Optimal Dispatch ◽  
Energy Devices ◽  
Renewable Power ◽  
Tie Lines ◽  
Combined Cooling

With the increasing scale of multi-energy microgrids (MGs) and complicated operation modes, the coordinated operation of microgrids and the distribution network (DN) has posed great challenges. In this paper, a bi-level optimal coordinated dispatch framework of the DN and multi-energy MGs based on CCHP (combined cooling, heating, and power) is proposed. The first level studies the optimal operation of the DN with power interaction on tie lines between MGs considering the coupling relationship and constraints of the equipment and network. The network reconfiguration with limited control actions is considered to increase the flexibility of the topology and further improve the working state. For the second level, MGs receive orders from the DN and determine the optimal strategies of multi-energy devices to achieve optimized operation under the condition of satisfying the different types of load and requirement for the DN. To solve the optimal dispatch problem of both the DN and the multi-energy MGs considering the DN reconfiguration, a method combining particle swarm optimization algorithm (PSO) with mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) is proposed. Cases studied in an IEEE33-node DN with renewable power sources and grid-connected MGs validate that the proposed method is very effective in reducing the power loss and voltage offset of the DN while ensuring the benefits of the MGs.

scholarly journals Optimal design of a coproduction system of electricity and hydrogen to manage imbalances resulting from forecast errors in photovoltaic outputs

2018 ◽  
Vol 64 ◽  
pp. 06009
Author(s):  
Matsuhashi Ryuji ◽  
Yoshioka Tsuyoshi
Keyword(s):  
Power Systems ◽  
Mixed Integer ◽  
Renewable Portfolio Standard ◽  
Forecast Errors ◽  
Photovoltaic Systems ◽  
Power Sources ◽  
Renewable Power ◽  
High Tariff ◽  
Power To Gas ◽  
Feed In Tariff

Renewable power sources are increasing mainly because of economic institutions such as renewable portfolio standard or feed-in tariff program. In Japan, the feed-in tariff program triggered explosive growth of photovoltaic systems because of its high tariff level. Although mass introduction of photovoltaic systems certainly contributes to reduce CO2 emissions, it causes instability issues in power systems. One of the most serious issues is management of imbalances resulting from forecast errors in photovoltaic outputs. On the other hand, power-to-gas technologies are attracting our attention, since these technologies could convert surplus of renewable energy to other energy carriers. In particular, hydrogen is efficiently produced from electricity using electrolysis. We could use hydrogen to manage the imbalances by the system, in which uncertain parts of photovoltaic outputs are used to produce hydrogen. In this paper, we propose a coproduction system of electricity and hydrogen to reduce the imbalances. For this purpose, a novel mathematical model is developed, in which we determine the structure of the coproduction system with a mixed integer linear programming method. Evaluated results indicated that the coproduction system is economical under appropriate capacity of the electrolyzer.

scholarly journals Electric vehicle routing problem with backhauls considering the location of charging stations and the operation of the electric power distribution system

TecnoLógicas ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (44) ◽  
pp. 1-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luis Carlos Cubides ◽  
Andrés Arias Londoño ◽  
Mauricio Granada Echeverri
Keyword(s):  
Vehicle Routing ◽  
Electric Vehicle ◽  
Power Distribution ◽  
Vehicle Routing Problem ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Optimal Operation ◽  
Mixed Integer ◽  
Routing Problem ◽  
Battery Capacity ◽  
Charging Stations

Logistics companies are largely encouraged to make greener their operations through an efficient solution with electric vehicles (EVs). However, the driving range is one of the limiting aspects for the introduction of EVs in logistics fleet, due to the low capacity provided by the batteries to perform the routes. In this regards, it is necessary to set up a framework to virtually increase this battery capacity by locating EV charging stations (EVCSs) along the transportation network for the completion of their routes. By the other side, the Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) express the concern associated with the inclusion of new power demands to be attended (installation of EVCSs) in the Distribution Network (DN), without reducing the optimal power supply management for the end-users. Under these circumstances, in this paper the Electric Vehicle Routing Problem with Backhauls and optimal operation of the Distribution Network (EVRPB-DN) is introduced and formulated as a mixed-integer linear programming model, considering the operation of the DN in conditions of maximum power demand. Different candidate points for the EVs charging are considered to recharge the battery at the end of the linehaul route or during the backhaul route. The problem is formulated as a multi-objective approach where the transportation and power distribution networks operation are modeled. The performance and effectiveness of the proposed formulation is tested in VRPB instance datasets and DN test systems from the literature. Pareto fronts for each instance are presented, using the ε-constraint methodology.

scholarly journals Development of an Optimization Model to Manage Imbalances in Power Systems by Local Power Retail Companies

2019 ◽  
Vol 260 ◽  
pp. 02003
Author(s):  
Ryuji Matsuhashi
Keyword(s):  
Power Systems ◽  
Solar Power ◽  
Mixed Integer ◽  
Stable Operation ◽  
Forecast Errors ◽  
Local Power ◽  
Power Sources ◽  
Renewable Power ◽  
Short Lead Time ◽  
High Tariff

The feed-in tariff (FIT) programs resulted in rapid growth of renewable power sources in various countries. In Japan, the program particularly triggered explosive growth of solar power generations because of its short lead-time and high tariff level. Although mass introduction of renewable power sources certainly contributes to reduce CO2 emissions, it causes serious instability issues in power systems. One of the most serious issues is management of imbalances resulting from forecast errors in solar power generations. These imbalances must be compensated so as to keep stable operation in power systems. On the other hand, local power retail companies are increasing nowadays in various countries including Japan. These companies are mainly procuring renewable power sources such as solar power systems.Taking these circumstances into consideration, this article aims at exploring measures to manage the imbalances of power systems by local power retail companies. For this purpose, we developed a model in mixed integer linear programming to operate power systems dealing with the imbalances. Evaluated results using the model indicated the followings; appropriate adoption of stationary or home batteries is shown to economically compensate the imbalances by local power retail companies.

Optimal operation of a potable water distribution network

2002 ◽  
Vol 46 (9) ◽  
pp. 155-162 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Biscos ◽  
M. Mulholland ◽  
M.-V. Le Lann ◽  
C.J. Brouckaert ◽  
R. Bailey ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Distribution ◽  
Potable Water ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Water Distribution Network ◽  
Optimal Operation ◽  
Mixed Integer ◽  
Discrete Elements ◽  
Control Objective ◽  
Distribution Process

This paper presents an approach to an optimal operation of a potable water distribution network. The main control objective defined during the preliminary steps was to maximise the use of low-cost power, maintaining at the same time minimum emergency levels in all reservoirs. The combination of dynamic elements (e.g. reservoirs) and discrete elements (pumps, valves, routing) makes this a challenging predictive control and constrained optimisation problem, which is being solved by MINLP (Mixed Integer Non-linear Programming). Initial experimental results show the performance of this algorithm and its ability to control the water distribution process.

scholarly journals Study on Optimal Operation of AC-DC Hybrid Distribution Network

2021 ◽  
Vol 1952 (3) ◽  
pp. 032025
Author(s):  
Simin Luo ◽  
Le Luan ◽  
Yiping Cui ◽  
Shuo Xu ◽  
Qianwen Guo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Distribution Network ◽  
Optimal Operation ◽  
Hybrid Distribution
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