scholarly journals Optimal Parameters of Volt–Var Function in Smart Inverters for Improving System Performance

Energies ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (9) ◽  
pp. 2294 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyeong-Jin Lee ◽  
Kwang-Hoon Yoon ◽  
Joong-Woo Shin ◽  
Jae-Chul Kim ◽  
Sung-Min Cho
Keyword(s):  
South Korea ◽  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
System Performance ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Test Model ◽  
Voltage Deviation ◽  
Time Series Simulation ◽  
Smart Inverters ◽  
Deviation Problem

This paper proposes a method to improve the performance of a distribution system by optimizing volt–var function of a smart inverter to alleviate the voltage deviation problem due to distributed generation connection. In order to minimize voltage deviation and line losses which represent the performance of a distribution system, this paper proposes an algorithm that optimally sets the parameters of the volt–var function. In the process of optimizing the parameters of the volt–var function, the algorithm proposed in this paper considers minimizing the contribution of the reactive power in order not to affect the output of the distributed generation. In order to apply to the field, the distribution system in South Korea considering the configuration and operation regulation was selected as a test model for algorithm verification. As a result, the system performance was successfully improved by optimally setting the volt–var function of the smart inverter which is an effective way to solve the over-voltage problem caused by distributed generation connection. This paper verified the proposed method through OpenDSS, a quasi-static time-series simulation, for the test model considering the characteristics of the distribution system in South Korea.

Swarm-Intelligence-Based Optimal Placement and Sizing of Distributed Generation in Distribution Network

2018 ◽  
pp. 29-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahesh Kumar ◽  
Perumal Nallagownden ◽  
Irraivan Elamvazuthi ◽  
Pandian Vasant ◽  
Luqman Hakim Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Radial Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Voltage Stability ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Stability Index ◽  
Pso Algorithm ◽  
Distribution Networks ◽  
Optimal Placement

In the distribution system, distributed generation (DG) are getting more important because of the electricity demands, fossil fuel depletion and environment concerns. The placement and sizing of DGs have greatly impact on the voltage stability and losses in the distribution network. In this chapter, a particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm has been proposed for optimal placement and sizing of DG to improve voltage stability index in the radial distribution system. The two i.e. active power and combination of active and reactive power types of DGs are proposed to realize the effect of DG integration. A specific analysis has been applied on IEEE 33 bus system radial distribution networks using MATLAB 2015a software.

Effect of Distributed Generation on Voltage Levels in a Radial Distribution Network Without Communication

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Allie E. Auld ◽  
Jack Brouwer ◽  
Scott Samuelsen ◽  
Keyue M. Smedley
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Radial Distribution ◽  
Power Factor ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Voltage Regulation ◽  
Load Drop ◽  
Unity Power Factor ◽  
Distribution Feeder ◽  
Circuit Power

The challenges associated with incorporating a large amount of distributed generation (DG), including fuel cells, into a radial distribution feeder are examined using a Matlab/Simulink™ model. Two generic distribution feeder models are used to investigate possible scenarios where voltage problems may occur. Modern inverter topologies make ancillary features, such as on-demand reactive power generation/consumption economical to include, which expands the design space across which DG can function in the distribution system. The simulation platform enables testing of the following local control goals: DG connected with unity power factor, DG and load connected with unity power factor, DG connected with local voltage regulation (LVR), and DG connected with real power curtailment. Both the LVR and curtailment strategies can regulate the voltage of the simplest circuit case, but the circuit utilizing a substation with load drop compensation has no universal solution. Even DG with a penetration level around 10% of rated circuit power can cause overvoltage problems with load drop compensation. This implies that some degree of communication will be needed to reliably install a large amount of DG on a distribution circuit.

The Impact of Synchronous Distributed Generation (DG) on Distribution System

2015 ◽  
Vol 785 ◽  
pp. 388-392 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hasmaini Mohamad ◽  
Shahrani Shahbudin ◽  
Nofri Yenita Dahlan
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
System Performance ◽  
Power Flow ◽  
Short Circuit ◽  
Short Circuit Current ◽  
Voltage Profile ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
The Impact

Interconnection of Distributed Generation (DG) in distribution system presents many potential benefits as well as drawbacks. The impacts of DG might vary with the types of generator. This paper presents a study on the impacts of synchronous DG's interconnection in distribution system. Steady state analysis is carried out to analyze the impact of DG on voltage profile and short circuit current considering before and after DG interconnection. Dynamic analysis is also performed for investigating the performance of DG when a part of distribution system is being islanded. Results show that the penetration of DG contributes to the changes of power flow in the system, hence give impacts to the overall system performance.

Power Flow Calculation for Distribution System Including PV Type Distributed Generation

2014 ◽  
Vol 694 ◽  
pp. 159-162
Author(s):  
Fei Han ◽  
Ning Zhou ◽  
Jian Wei Ma ◽  
Xian Ling Yu
Keyword(s):  
Ant Colony Optimization ◽  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Power Flow ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Simulation Software ◽  
Ant Colony ◽  
Power Correction ◽  
Calculation Algorithm ◽  
Flow Solution

After distribution network with PV type distributed generation, it emerged PV nodes. Advanced forward and backward substitution method is proposed based on ant colony optimization method to improve power flow solution, which is a method based on ant colony optimization calculation algorithm of reactive power correction, improved the model of PV type distributed generation in the power flow calculation.Use PSSSINCAL power system simulation software to set up the model of distribution System including PV type distributed generation. Through the results of simulation calculation show that the algorithm can cope with power flow solution for distribution system including PV type distributed generation effectively, and the convergence property is very good.

scholarly journals Optimal sizing and location of multiple distributed generation for power loss minimization using genetic algorithm

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 956
Author(s):  
Abdulhamid Musa ◽  
Tengku Juhana Tengku Hashim
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Algorithm ◽  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Power Loss ◽  
Total Power ◽  
Power Losses ◽  
Loss Minimization ◽  
Power Constraints ◽  
Voltage Deviation ◽  
Power Limits

This paper presents a Genetic Algorithm (GA) for optimal location and sizing of multiple distributed generation (DG) for loss minimization. The study is implemented on a 33-bus radial distribution system to optimally allocate different numbers of DGs through the minimization of total active power losses and voltage deviation at power constraints of 0 – 2 MW and 0 – 3 MW respectively. The study proposed a PQ model of DG and Direct Load Flow (DLF) technique that uses Bus Incidence to Branch current (BIBC) and Branch Current to Bus Voltage (BCBV) matrices. The result obtained a minimum base case voltage level of 0.9898 p.u at bus 18 with variations of voltage improvements at other buses after single and multiple DG allocations in the system. Besides, the total power loss before DG allocation is observed as 0.2243 MW, and total power loss after DG allocation was determined based on the power constraints. Various optimal locations were seen depending on the power limits of different DG sizes. The results have shown that the impact of optimal allocation and sizing of three DG is more advantageous concerning voltage improvement, reduction of the voltage deviation and also total power loss in the distribution system. The results obtained in the 0 – 2 MW power limit is consistent to the 0 – 3 MW power limits regarding the influence of allocating DG to the network and minimization of total power losses.

scholarly journals Loss Minimization of Power Distribution Network using Different Types of Distributed Generation Unit

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (5) ◽  
pp. 918
Author(s):  
Su Hlaing Win ◽  
Pyone Lai Swe
Keyword(s):  
Power System ◽  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Radial Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Loss Reduction ◽  
Voltage Profile ◽  
Optimum Location ◽  
Power Losses

A Radial Distribution network is important in power system area because of its simple design and reduced cost. Reduction of system losses and improvement of voltage profile is one of the key aspects in power system operation. Distributed generators are beneficial in reducing losses effectively in distribution systems as compared to other methods of loss reduction. Sizing and location of DG sources places an important role in reducing losses in distribution network. Four types of DG are considered in this paper with one DG installed for minimize the total real and reactive power losses. The objective of this methodology is to calculate size and to identify the corresponding optimum location for DG placement for minimizing the total real and reactive power losses and to improve voltage profile   in primary distribution system. It can obtain maximum loss reduction for each of four types of optimally placed DGs. Optimal sizing of Distributed Generation can be calculated using exact loss formula and an efficient approach is used to determine the optimum location for Distributed Generation Placement.  To demonstrate the performance of the proposed approach 36-bus radial distribution system in Belin Substation in Myanmar was tested and validated with different sizes and the result was discussed.

scholarly journals Placement of Fixed Size Diesel Generators in IEEE 12 Bus Radial Distribution System to Improve Voltage Stability

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 1080-1086
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Radial Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Voltage Stability ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Power Line ◽  
Fixed Size ◽  
Radial Distribution System ◽  
Line Loss ◽  
Suitable Location

Distributed Generation (DG) is small capacity generating units directly associated to the distributed system. With the penetration of distributed generators nearby the consumer load center support to the distribution system will be enhanced. The Distributed Generation involves both Renewable & sustainable sources of energy to engender power in order to appease the ever increasing energy requirement. Suitable location and capacity of DG units will benefit the achievement of active power system network. The voltage profile and Real power line loss and Reactive power line loss reduction can also be improved with suitable location and allocation of DG. This work proposes a new Simulation method for the placement of fixed Size Diesel Generator in IEEE 12 bus radial distribution system stationed on Voltage stability index and Transmission line losses. This index is progressed by acknowledging steady state node voltages cited in Per Unit.

scholarly journals Siting and Sizing of DG in Medium Primary Radial Distribution System with Enhanced Voltage Stability

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanjay Jain ◽  
Ganga Agnihotri ◽  
Shilpa Kalambe ◽  
Renuka Kamdar
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Radial Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Voltage Stability ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Voltage Profile ◽  
Power Losses ◽  
Radial Distribution System ◽  
Power Loss Reduction ◽  
The Impact

This paper intends to enumerate the impact of distributed generation (DG) on distribution system in terms of active as well as reactive power loss reduction and improved voltage stability. The novelty of the method proposed in this paper is the simple and effective way of sizing and siting of DG in a distribution system by using two-port Z-bus parameters. The validity of the method is verified by comparing the results with already published methods. Comparative study presented has shown that the proposed method leads existing methods in terms of its simplicity, undemanding calculation procedures, and less computational efforts and so does the time. The method is implemented on IEEE 69-bus test radial distribution system and results show significant reduction in distribution power losses with improved voltage profile of the system. Simulation is carried out in MATLAB environment for execution of the proposed algorithm.

scholarly journals Stability issues in presence variable distributed generation into radial distribution network

2018 ◽  
Vol 218 ◽  
pp. 01005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rahman Yuli Asmi ◽  
Agus Siswanto ◽  
Irwan Mahmudi
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Voltage Stability ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Load Condition ◽  
Stability Index ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Voltage Deviation ◽  
Bus Voltage ◽  
The Stability ◽  
The Impact

Related to environmental issues resulting from the use of traditional energy sources, drive usage of renewable energy is increasing. Changes in the structure of the network will certainly affect the changes in voltage stability. In this paper, discuss the impact of the stability after distributed generation penetration whose its output intermittent relatively. The simulation based PSAT software and tested into IEEE 30 bus system. Observation of voltage deviation and SVSI-index on some load buses in conditions before and after integration of wind generation. Load condition is a very determining factor of bus voltage stability index. This relates to the active power and reactive power needs that must be injected by DG penetration.

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