Multi objective radial distribution system optimization through hybrid heuristic technique

Abstract

Power distribution networks are built as interconnected systems newlineThey are constructed by one of the three types radial open loop and network newlineThey are usually arranged to be radial in operation to simplify over current newlineprotection Usually distribution systems are designed to be most efficient at newlinepeak load demand Utilities are constantly looking for newer technologies that newlineenhance power delivery performance Amongst all control of power loss and newlinebalancing the unbalanced loading at the feederphases refer phase balancing newlineare the two most important issues which decide the power delivery newlineperformance of the distribution system The increase in power loss and newlineunbalanced loading at the feeder results in energy loss risk of exceeding their newlinebranch currents and bus voltages capacity deteriorates power quality and also newlineaugments electricity cost Several strategies are employed to minimize power newlineloss and phase balancing at the feeder such as inclusion of capacitor banks newlinephase swapping and system and or feeder level reconfiguration newline newline