An efficient multi-objective based squirrel search optimization for optimal placement of FACTS devices

The adoption of a new transmission line is extremely complex because of its socio-economic problems such as environmental clearances. Thus, there is a prominence of better utility over available transmission infrastructure. The Flexible Alternating Current Transmission System (FACTS) devices can offer transmission capability enhancement, power compensation, and stability as well as voltage improvement. However, the FACTS devices have a higher penetration impact of wind generation for the dynamic stability of power networks. In this work, an efficient Intellectual Control system has been proposed to stabilize the FACTS devices placement. The Squirrel Search Optimization is adapted with an intellectual control system to enhance the steady-state voltage stability of FACTS devices. The proposed system has been evaluated with the assist of IEEE 14 and 26 standard bus systems to handle the multi-objective functions like cost, reduction in power loss, reducing risks, and maximizing user’s benefit. These multi-objective functions facilitate to attain the optimal placement and load flows at various sites. The simulation can be carried out with MATLAB/SIMULINK environment and the results manifest that the proposed system outperforms well when compared with existing approaches.

Solar-Wind Hybrid Power Generation with Smart Grid Interconnecting System

As we know the demand of electricity is increased day by day which cannot be fulfill by non-renewable energy source. So we use renewable energy source to fulfill the demand of electricity. The main objective of this research paper is study various aspect of performance of hybrid power generation system.[1] Voltage and frequency fluctuation and harmonies are major power quality issues in smart grid interconnected hybrid solar and wind power system. To overcome this issues we use Flexible alternating current transmission system (FACTS).The application of FACTS devices has been playing an important role in improving the flexibility, stability of smart grid.[3].

Mitigating power quality disturbances in smart grid using FACTS

Power quality (PQ) assurance is a vital part of electrical distribution networks. There are many advantages and benefits of improving PQ, especially in the modern/smart grid. Smart grid (SG) has a lot of complicated and sensitive electrical components (non-linear loads) in addition to renewable energy systems (wind-solar) that may also be a source of PQ disturbances. PQ problems harm personal life and national production. Static synchronous compensator (STATCOM) and unified power quality conditioner (UPQC) are among the fastest response flexible alternating current transmission systems (FACTS) installed in smart grids to mitigate power quality disturbances such as voltage fluctuations, sag, swell, and harmonics. In this research, STATCOM and UPQC are designed and simulated in MATLAB/Simulink to overcome PQ-related disruptions in smart grids. Accordingly, the differences between the proposed two solutions are highlighted across this research and renewable energy sources' reliability during faults. Therefore, the reader will be able to choose the appropriate FACTS devices. This study emphasizes the extent of the smart grid need for the FACTS. As per the given results of this study, STATCOM and UPQC have shown exemplary performance in the PQ improvement investigations conducted in the context of smart/modern grids.

PERFORMANCE OF HIGH VOLTAGE TRANSMISSION LINE BASED ON THYRISTOR-CONTROL SERIES COMPENSATOR

This research aims to improve the steady-state performance of high-voltage power transmission lines, which is a significant challenge for the power system grid's safe and reliable operation. The research adopted Flexible Alternating Current Transmission System for electronic devices. The flexible alternating current transmission system technology will be used in this specific work as Thyristor-Controlled Series Compensators. Thyristor-controlled series compensator devices increase transmission systems' capacity and enhance the voltage profile by regulating transmission line reactance. Gravitational Search Algorithm is a meta-heuristic approach applied to find the optimum size and optimal location of thyristor-controlled series compensators in power systems. The gravitational search algorithm is used to solve the multi-objective and integrated optimum power flow problem in reactive energy management during normal and contingency operations. The results showed reduced voltage deviation, reduced active/reactive power losses, and increased transmission line reserves above thermal limits, in addition to reducing the installed cost and number of thyristor series compensators devices. The simulation part was created with MATLAB programming language and validated with MATPOWER software. Applied to IEEE 30 bus system and 400kV super high voltage grid system.

Design of fractional evolutionary processing for reactive power planning with FACTS devices

Reactive power dispatch is a vital problem in the operation, planning and control of power system for obtaining a fixed economic load expedition. An optimal dispatch reduces the grid congestion through the minimization of the active power loss. This strategy involves adjusting the transformer tap settings, generator voltages and reactive power sources, such as flexible alternating current transmission systems (FACTS). The optimal dispatch improves the system security, voltage profile, power transfer capability and overall network efficiency. In the present work, a fractional evolutionary approach achieves the desired objectives of reactive power planning by incorporating FACTS devices. Two compensation arrangements are possible: the shunt type compensation, through Static Var compensator (SVC) and the series compensation through the Thyristor controlled series compensator (TCSC). The fractional order Darwinian Particle Swarm Optimization (FO-DPSO) is implemented on the standard IEEE 30, IEEE 57 and IEEE 118 bus test systems. The power flow analysis is used for determining the location of TCSC, while the voltage collapse proximity indication (VCPI) method identifies the location of the SVC. The superiority of the FO-DPSO is demonstrated by comparing the results with those obtained by other techniques in terms of measure of central tendency, variation indices and time complexity.

Flexible Tranmission Elements for Grid Optimization

The article dwells upon optimizing, reduction of losses in, and improving the stability of grids by implementing devices that affect the parameters and power flows in a grid. State-of-the-art technology for better control is crucial for the development of electric power systems. FACTS technologies or flexible alternating current transmission systems, essentially transform the grid from a passive electricity transport into a device that actively controls the grid parameters. The article analyzes the development of a 500/220/110 kV grid that uses parameter-affective devices: SVC, BSK, LCD. Steady-state parameters, active power losses, and electric power losses were calculated for a year before and after the devices were deployed. Each device was therefore analyzed for effectiveness. The parameters of the SVC-equipped 500/220/110 kV grid were calculated for emergency operation with the 500 kV line being offline. Thus, the paper also analyzes the emergency performance of the SVC.

Deployment of FACTS Controllers in Solving Power System Network Problems: A Review

Flexible alternating current transmission systems (FACTS) deployments and applications are on the increase in modern day power network systems because of their advantages over conventional ways of power network physical expansion. Therefore, a comprehensive review of FACTS controllers with their various applications is carried out in this paper. Formation of different applications and advantages of FACTS devices into voltage control, power flow control, system stability control, power quality control, and economic benefits as inferred from the literatures is among the vantage points of this presentation. FACTS background alongside different techniques of deployments, leading to various applications and performance of these devices, hitherto organized structurally based on target objectives are also explored, presented and discussed. Summarily, this study provides an overview of the background, topological structures, deployment techniques and cutting-edge utilization of FACTS controllers, with a view to acquainting power players, electrical engineers, network designers as well as researchers, with the trends in the development, status and future direction of FACTS applications. Convincingly, the content of this article will benefit all the stakeholders in the area of FACTS deployments and utilizations.

DAĞITILMIŞ SERİ REAKTÖRLERİN(DSR) GÜÇ SİSTEMLERİNE ETKİLERİ

Distributed Flexible Alternating Current Transmission System (DFACTS) devices are devices that are connected in series to the transmission line and even adding reactance. Devices, also referred to as Distributed Serial Reactors (DSR), have the ability correct impedance imbalance by interfering with line parameters in the power system. In addition, voltage balancing as a result of balanced load flow enables more power transmission or more efficient use of the power system's transmission capability. For this reason, the use of the system to control its loadability without expanding its dimensions is becoming more and more widespread. In this study, the effects of DSR devices on system loadability and voltage stability and their applicability are analyzed. The analysis was carried out on the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 6-bus Standard system using the Power World Simulator Program. The effects of DSR on the system were investigated by performing load flow.