Optimal allocation of PV systems in distribution networks using PSO

M. H. Albadi, H. M. Soliman, E. F. El-Saadany, M. Awlad Thani, A. Al-Alawi, S. Al-Ismaili, A. Al-Nabhani, H. Baalawi

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Abstract

This manuscript presents a case study to determine the optimal location and size of photovoltaic systems in an electric distribution networks using particle swarm optimization (PSO) such that network voltage profile is improved and losses are minimized. The distribution network of Masirah Island, Oman, is considered as a case study system. The test system is modeled and simulated using MATLAB load flow toolbox.

Original languageBritish English
Title of host publication2017 7th International Conference on Modeling, Simulation, and Applied Optimization, ICMSAO 2017
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781509054541
DOIs
StatePublished - 26 May 2017
Event7th International Conference on Modeling, Simulation, and Applied Optimization, ICMSAO 2017 - Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Duration: 4 Apr 20176 Apr 2017

Publication series

Name2017 7th International Conference on Modeling, Simulation, and Applied Optimization, ICMSAO 2017

Conference

Conference7th International Conference on Modeling, Simulation, and Applied Optimization, ICMSAO 2017
Country/TerritoryUnited Arab Emirates
CitySharjah
Period4/04/176/04/17

Keywords

  • Loss minimization
  • Particle swarm optimization
  • Power flow

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