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Optimal Distribution Network Reconfiguration Using Meta-Heuristic Algorithms, Arash Asrari
Optimal Distribution Network Reconfiguration Using Meta-Heuristic Algorithms, Arash Asrari
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Finding optimal configuration of power distribution systems topology is an NP-hard combinatorial optimization problem. It becomes more complex when time varying nature of loads in large-scale distribution systems is taken into account. In the second chapter of this dissertation, a systematic approach is proposed to tackle the computational burden of the procedure. To solve the optimization problem, a novel adaptive fuzzy based parallel genetic algorithm (GA) is proposed that employs the concept of parallel computing in identifying the optimal configuration of the network. The integration of fuzzy logic into GA enhances the efficiency of the parallel GA by adaptively modifying …
Transient And Distributed Algorithms To Improve Islanding Detection Capability Of Inverter Based Distributed Generation, Mohamed Al Hosani
Transient And Distributed Algorithms To Improve Islanding Detection Capability Of Inverter Based Distributed Generation, Mohamed Al Hosani
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Recently, a lot of research work has been dedicated toward enhancing performance, reliability and integrity of distributed energy resources that are integrated into distribution networks. The problem of islanding detection and islanding prevention (i.e. anti-islanding) has stimulated a lot of research due to its role in severely compromising the safety of working personnel and resulting in equipment damages. Various Islanding Detection Methods (IDMs) have been developed within the last ten years in anticipation of the tremendous increase in the penetration of Distributed Generation (DG) in distribution system. This work proposes new IDMs that rely on transient and distributed behaviors to …