Optimization of Active Distribution Network Operation with SOP Considering Reverse Power Flow

As the penetration of distributed renewable energy increases, the phenomenon of bidirectional power flow in distribution networks becomes increasingly severe. Traditional regulation devices like OLTC (on-load tap changer) and CB (capacitor bank) cannot effectively mitigate reverse power flow in dist...

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Main Authors: Zhanhui Ma, Fang Cao
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Published: MDPI AG 2024-12-01
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description As the penetration of distributed renewable energy increases, the phenomenon of bidirectional power flow in distribution networks becomes increasingly severe. Traditional regulation devices like OLTC (on-load tap changer) and CB (capacitor bank) cannot effectively mitigate reverse power flow in distribution networks due to their limitations. The transmission capacity of the distribution network under reverse power flow is approximately 50% of the rated capacity of the OLTC, leading to issues such as voltage limit violations and high wind and solar curtailment rates. This paper proposes a method for calculating the reverse power flow delivery capacity of distribution networks, quantitatively describing the distribution network’s delivery limits for reverse power flow. Based on this, a joint optimization model for multiple distribution networks with an SOP is established. The SOP is utilized to share reverse power flow delivery capacity among multiple distribution networks, enhancing operational economy and increasing the accommodation of the DG. Finally, the method’s effectiveness and correctness are verified in the IEEE 33-node system. The results validate that while joint operation does not enhance the reverse flow transmission capacity of a single distribution network, it can, through the shared reverse flow transmission capacity approach, elevate the reverse flow transmission capacity to approximately 70% during the majority of time periods.
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spelling doaj-art-3357dfe50ea541ca8b7eaace5aae290a2025-08-20T02:57:05ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172024-12-0114241179710.3390/app142411797Optimization of Active Distribution Network Operation with SOP Considering Reverse Power FlowZhanhui Ma0Fang Cao1School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, North China Electric Power University, Changping District, Beijing 102206, ChinaSchool of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, North China Electric Power University, Changping District, Beijing 102206, ChinaAs the penetration of distributed renewable energy increases, the phenomenon of bidirectional power flow in distribution networks becomes increasingly severe. Traditional regulation devices like OLTC (on-load tap changer) and CB (capacitor bank) cannot effectively mitigate reverse power flow in distribution networks due to their limitations. The transmission capacity of the distribution network under reverse power flow is approximately 50% of the rated capacity of the OLTC, leading to issues such as voltage limit violations and high wind and solar curtailment rates. This paper proposes a method for calculating the reverse power flow delivery capacity of distribution networks, quantitatively describing the distribution network’s delivery limits for reverse power flow. Based on this, a joint optimization model for multiple distribution networks with an SOP is established. The SOP is utilized to share reverse power flow delivery capacity among multiple distribution networks, enhancing operational economy and increasing the accommodation of the DG. Finally, the method’s effectiveness and correctness are verified in the IEEE 33-node system. The results validate that while joint operation does not enhance the reverse flow transmission capacity of a single distribution network, it can, through the shared reverse flow transmission capacity approach, elevate the reverse flow transmission capacity to approximately 70% during the majority of time periods.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/24/11797distribution networksoft open pointpower electronic devicesreliability evaluation methodmixed integer linear programming model
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Optimization of Active Distribution Network Operation with SOP Considering Reverse Power Flow
Applied Sciences
distribution network
soft open point
power electronic devices
reliability evaluation method
mixed integer linear programming model
title Optimization of Active Distribution Network Operation with SOP Considering Reverse Power Flow
title_full Optimization of Active Distribution Network Operation with SOP Considering Reverse Power Flow
title_fullStr Optimization of Active Distribution Network Operation with SOP Considering Reverse Power Flow
title_full_unstemmed Optimization of Active Distribution Network Operation with SOP Considering Reverse Power Flow
title_short Optimization of Active Distribution Network Operation with SOP Considering Reverse Power Flow
title_sort optimization of active distribution network operation with sop considering reverse power flow
topic distribution network
soft open point
power electronic devices
reliability evaluation method
mixed integer linear programming model
url https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/24/11797
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