Publications and Research
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Fall 2017
Abstract
This paper provides a new approach to find the optimal location for Microgrids (MGs) in electric distribution systems using complex network analysis. An optimal location in this paper refers to a location that would result in increased grid resilience, reduced power losses, less line loading, higher voltage stability and secured supply to critical loads during power outage. The criteria used to find the optimal placement of MGs were based on the centrality analysis adopted from complex network theory, the center of mass concept used in physics, and the controlled delivery grid (CDG) concept. An IEEE 30-bus system was used as a case study. Results using MATLAB and PowerWorld show the effectiveness of the proposed methodology to be used for MG placement.
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Comments
This work was originally presented at the International Conference on Renewable Energy Research and Applications (ICRERA) in San Diego, CA, 2017.