scholarly journals Optimal Selection of Conductors in Ghaleganj Radial Distribution Systems

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 212-218
Author(s):  
Mahdi Mozaffarilegha ◽  
Ehsan Damaneh

Selection of the best type and most suitable size of conductors is essential for designing and optimizing the distribution network. In this paper, an effective method has been proposed for proper selection and incorporation of conductors in the feed part of a radial electricity distribution network considering the depreciation effect of conductors. Increasing the usability of the electric energy of the power grid for the subscribers has been considered per load increment regarding the development of the country. Optimal selection and reconstruction of conductors in the power distribution radio network have been performed through a smart method for minimizing the costs related to annual losses and investment for renovation of lines by imperialist competitive algorithm (ICA) to improve the productivity of the power distribution network. Backward/forward sweep load flow method has been used to solve the load flow problem in the power distribution networks. The mentioned optimization method has been tested on DAZ feeder in Ghaleganj town as test.

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (27) ◽  
pp. 101-115
Author(s):  
Massoud Danishmal ◽  

The design of power distribution systems should be such that it can technically respond to the increase in electricity demand properly and economically, optimally designed and high network reliability. In order to respond to the increase in electricity demand, load forecasting must be done so that in addition to providing the electricity needed by customers, expansion of power generation centers, expansion of substations, expansion of transformer stations and selection of their appropriate location can be done optimally. In this article, we first examine the definitions and factors that are technically and economically effective in the economic design of energy distribution systems. And in the next stage, we will see whether these above-mentioned effective factors are considered in the 0.4 kV distribution network of Ghazni city or not.


Energies ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (20) ◽  
pp. 3917 ◽  
Author(s):  
Giovanni Artale ◽  
Antonio Cataliotti ◽  
Valentina Cosentino ◽  
Dario Di Cara ◽  
Salvatore Guaiana ◽  
...  

The evolution of modern power distribution systems into smart grids requires the development of dedicated state estimation (SE) algorithms for real-time identification of the overall system state variables. This paper proposes a strategy to evaluate the minimum number and best position of power injection meters in radial distribution systems for SE purposes. Measurement points are identified with the aim of reducing uncertainty in branch power flow estimations. An incremental heuristic meter placement (IHMP) approach is proposed to select the locations and total number of power measurements. The meter placement procedure was implemented for a backward/forward load flow algorithm proposed by the authors, which allows the evaluation of medium-voltage power flows starting from low-voltage load measurements. This allows the reduction of the overall costs of measurement equipment and setup. The IHMP method was tested in the real 25-bus medium-voltage (MV) radial distribution network of the Island of Ustica (Mediterranean Sea). The proposed method is useful both for finding the best measurement configuration in a new distribution network and also for implementing an incremental enhancement of an existing measurement configuration, reaching a good tradeoff between instrumentation costs and measurement uncertainty.


2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khalid Mohammed Saffer Alzaidi ◽  
Oguz Bayat ◽  
Osman N. Uçan

The efficient planning and operation of power distribution systems are becoming increasingly significant with the integration of renewable energy options into power distribution networks. Keeping voltage magnitudes within permissible ranges is vital; hence, control devices, such as tap changers, voltage regulators, and capacitors, are used in power distribution systems. This study presents an optimization model that is based on three heuristic approaches, namely, particle swarm optimization, imperialist competitive algorithm, and moth flame optimization, for solving the voltage deviation problem. Two different load profiles are used to test the three modified algorithms on IEEE 123- and IEEE 13-bus test systems. The proposed optimization model uses three different cases: Case 1, changing the tap positions of the regulators; Case 2, changing the capacitor sizes; and Case 3, integrating Cases 1 and 2 and changing the locations of the capacitors. The numerical results of the optimization model using the three heuristic algorithms are given for the two specified load profiles.


Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 1202
Author(s):  
Krzysztof Piatek ◽  
Andrzej Firlit ◽  
Krzysztof Chmielowiec ◽  
Mateusz Dutka ◽  
Szymon Barczentewicz ◽  
...  

Quality of power supply in power distribution systems requires continuous measurement using power quality analyzers installed in the grid. The paper reviews the published methods for optimal location of metering points in distribution systems in the context of power quality metering and assessment. Three methods have been selected for detailed analysis and comparative tests. It has been found that utilization of the methods is possible, but their performance varies highly depending on the test grid’s topology. Since the methods rely on the state estimation approach, their performance is strictly related to observability analysis. It has been found that standard observability analysis used for typical state estimation problem yields ambiguous results when applied to power quality assessment. Inherited properties of the selected methods are also analyzed, which allows for the formulation of general recommendations about optimal selection of metering points in a distribution system.


Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (12) ◽  
pp. 3450
Author(s):  
Xuejun Zheng ◽  
Shaorong Wang ◽  
Zia Ullah ◽  
Mengmeng Xiao ◽  
Chang Ye ◽  
...  

Electric power distribution networks plays a significant role in providing continuous electrical energy to different categories of customers. In the context of the present advancements, future load expansion in the active distribution networks (ADNs) poses the key challenge of planning to be derived as a multi-stage optimization task, including the optimal expansion planning scheme optimization (EPSO). The planning scheme optimization is a multi-attribute decision-making issue with high complexity and solving difficulty, especially when it involves a large-scale planning zone. This paper proposes a novel approach of a multi-year planning scheme for the effective solution of the EPSO problem in large planning zones. The proposed approach comprises three key parts, where the first part covers two essential aspects, i.e., (i) suggesting a project condition set that considers the elements directly related to a group of specific conditions and requirements (collectively referred to as conditions) to ADN planning projects; and (ii) Developing a condition scoring system to evaluate planning projects. The second part of our proposed scheme is a quantization method of correlativity among projects based on two new concepts: contribution index (CI) and dependence index (DI). Finally, considering the multi-year rolling optimization, a detailed mathematical model of condition evaluation and spatiotemporal optimization sequencing of ADN planning projects is developed, where the evaluation and optimization are updated annually. The proposed model has been successfully validated on a practical distribution network located in Xiantao, China. The investigated case study and comparisons verify the various advantages, suitability, and effectiveness of the proposed planning scheme, consequently saving more than 10% of the investment compared with the existing implemented scheme.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 7311-7320
Author(s):  
I. C. Barutcu

Harmonic penetration can be problematic by the growing interconnection of Wind Turbines (WTs) in distribution networks. Since the active power outputs of WTs and loads in the distribution system have uncertainties, the optimal WT penetration level problem can be considered to have a stochastic nature. In this study, this problem is taken into account in the stochastic optimization method with the consideration of uncertainties in wind speed and distribution network load profile. Chance constraint programming is taken into account in the determination of optimal WT penetration levels by applying the Genetic Algorithm (GA) along with Monte Carlo Simulation (MCS). The harmonic power flow analysis based on the decoupled harmonic load flow approach is employed in the distorted distribution network. Chance constraints are considered for the harmonic issues such as the Total Harmonic Distortion of Voltage (VTHD), Individual Harmonic Distortion of Voltage (VIHDh), and Root Mean Square of Voltage (VRMS).


2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (7) ◽  
pp. 14-19
Author(s):  
Nikhil Dubey ◽  
Prof. Ranvijay

The power compensation is the one of the problem in distribution network. The power compensation is done by maintain the reactive power in distribution network. The power is maintain the state of the UPQC (Uni?ed power quality conditioner). The UPAC controlled by the STATCOM or DSTATCOM. Different approaches use to maintain the power at needed level in the power distribution network the process done by MOPSO optimization method the MOPSO is the best for this process because we consider the lot of objective function to optimize the place of the UPQC. In our proposed work we find the power level in distribution network using optimization algorithm. The optimization algorithm is used to optimization the power and find which place is suitable for place the STATCOM or DSTATCOM. This is used to maintain the reactive power in distribution network.


Author(s):  
Sadeeb Simon Ottenburger

The generation and supply of electricity is currently about to undergo a fundamental transition that includes extensive development of smart grids. Smart grids are huge and complex networks consisting of a vast number of devices and entities which are connected with each other. This fact opens new variations of disruption scenarios which can increase the vulnerability of a power distribution network. However, the network topology of a smart grid has significant effects on urban resilience particularly referring to the adequate provision of infrastructures whereby the way in which a distribution network is divided into interconnected microgrids is of particular importance. Such decompositions enable the systematic protection of important infrastructures and furthermore allow new forms of resilient power supply avoiding large-scale power blackouts. Therefore, the authors introduce a concept of criticality adapted to a power system relying on an advanced metering infrastructure and thereby propose a metric for an integrated resilience assessment of power distribution networks.


Author(s):  
Ihsan Salman ◽  
Khalid Mohammed ◽  
Khalid Shaker ◽  
Hothefa Shaker

The environment friendly designing and running of electricity distribution structures are becoming vaster with the conjunction of renewable electricity options into power distribution systems. This study presents Moth Flame Optimization (MFO) approach to minimize total losses kW and energy cost and maximize net savings with solving the voltage deviation problem through optimal site and size of capacitor banks in electrical radial distribution networks. Two various load profiles are utilized to take a look at the modified algorithm on IEEE 123-, and 13-bus check networks. The OpenDSS software is utilized to resolve the power flowing via MATLAB programming interface. The results obtained are compared with IEEE normal state and other two heuristic approaches in same study, namely, imperialist competitive algorithm and particle swarm optimization. The proposed algorithm is more effective to minimise the total power losses and total cost and maximise net savings and to enhance the voltage profile for various distribution systems.


Author(s):  
Yahiaoui Merzoug ◽  
Bouanane Abdelkrim ◽  
Boumediene Larbi

In recent years, the reconfiguration of the distribution network has been proclaimed as a method for realizing power savings, with virtually zero cost. The current trend is to design distribution networks with a mesh network structure, but to operate them radially. This is achieved by the establishment of an appropriate number of switchable branches which allow the realization of a radial configuration capable of supplying all of the normal defects in the box of permanent defect. The purpose of this article is to find an optimal reconfiguration using a Meta heuristic method, namely the particle swarm optimization method (PSO), to reduce active losses and voltage deviations by taking into account certain technical constraints. The validity of this method is tested on a 33-IEEE test network and the results obtained are compared with the results of basic load flow.


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