Researches on the optimization model and strategies against low voltage in power distribution network

Abstract

Low voltages and high power loss are two main problems in distribution network especially in remote area. To solve these problems, typical events of low voltage in distribution network need to be analyzed and identify the similarities. Furthermore, building general optimization model for low voltage in distribution network and proposing improved strategies related to such problems are also necessary. This paper proposes optimization model and strategies against low voltage using Matlab as the main platform with objective functions and several constraints. The particle swarm optimization (PSO) is used to solve the problem. With the open DSS COM interface connected to Matlab, the open DSS are called to calculate distribution network 3-phase power flow repeatedly. Finally, the optimizing strategy, including transformer tap positions and capacitors in each node are obtained. Results from simulations verify the effectiveness and feasibility of the proposed model.