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An algebraic approach for determination of DG parameters to support voltage profiles in radial distribution networks

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posted on 2023-05-18, 06:07 authored by Muttaqi, KM, Le, ADT, Michael NegnevitskyMichael Negnevitsky, Ledwich, G
Rapidly increasing electricity demands and capacity shortage of transmission and distribution facilities are the main driving forces for the growth of Distributed Generation (DG) integration in power grids. One of the reasons for choosing a DG is its ability to support voltage in a distribution system. Selection of effective DG characteristics and DG parameters is a significant concern of distribution system planners to obtain maximum potential benefits from the DG unit. This paper addresses the issue of improving the network voltage profile in distribution systems by installing a DG of the most suitable size, at a suitable location. An analytical approach is developed based on algebraic equations for uniformly distributed loads to determine the optimal operation, size and location of the DG in order to achieve required levels of network voltage. The developed method is simple to use for conceptual design and analysis of distribution system expansion with a DG and suitable for a quick estimation of DG parameters (such as optimal operating angle, size and location of a DG system) in a radial network. A practical network is used to verify the proposed technique and test results are presented.

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Publication title

IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid

Volume

5

Pagination

1351-1360

ISSN

1949-3053

Department/School

School of Engineering

Publisher

Ieee-Inst Electrical Electronics Engineers Inc

Place of publication

Piscataway, USA

Rights statement

Copyright 2014 IEEE

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  • Restricted

Socio-economic Objectives

Energy systems and analysis

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