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Considering various consumers profiles in a smart-grid
(AIM, 2018-06-07)In this paper we address the question of the role of electricity consumers in a smart grid for a day-ahead scheduling. We aim to understand them on a technical but also a socio-economical level. For this purpose, we based ... -
Control Algorithm of DC Microgrids by using voltage compensation term
(AIM, 2018-06-07)In this paper, the control algorithm of DC microgrid by using voltage compensation term is proposed for energy management and minimization of voltage variation. The droop control has a disadvantage in that it necessarily ... -
Control and protection of DC based residential microgrid in LVDC distribution system
(AIM, 2018-06-07)In this paper, the control and protection of a residential direct current (DC) microgrid (MG) is studied. Of particular interest is an ungrounded building grid, which is also galvanically connected to the supplying lowvoltage ... -
Control method and storage system sizing for PV-Diesel microgrid: From simulation to experimental analysis
(AIM, 2018-06-07)Photovoltaic (PV)-Diesel microgrid system is considered as an efficient solution to help reducing operation cost and pollution emission on islanded sites, which are initially supplied by diesel generator plant. In order ... -
Control of EV charging to reduce peak powers in domestic real estate
(AIM, 2019-06-03)The paper discusses electric vehicle (EV) charging control in apartment buildings in cases of high EV penetration. The introduced control method for EV charging utilizes real-time measurements and memorized peak power ... -
Control of Reactive Power in Electricity Distribution Companies
(AIM, 2019-06-03)In the power system, an increasing amount of distributed energy resources and major changes of reactive power quality have been observed. Thus, Distribution System Operators (DSOs) are to improve and modify their reactive ... -
Coordinated Control of Multiple Distributed Sources in Islanded Operation of Microgrid
(AIM, 2018-06-07)The technical, economic and environmental benefits from the integration of renewable energy sources have led to the development of microgrid. The flexible operation of microgrid between grid-connected mode and islanded ... -
Coordinated operation of a grid scale energy storage system with tap changer for voltage control on primary substations
(AIM, 2019-06-03)On-Load Tap Changers (OLTC) are used by Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) to regulate the output voltage of transformers and thus manage the voltage at grid and primary substations. An Energy Storage System (ESS) ... -
Coordinated Volt/Var Control for Smart Distribution Grids
(AIM, 2019-06-03)This paper presents a coordinated Volt/Var control strategy of smart distribution grids where the main objective is to minimize the active power losses (kW/h) of the system. The proposed methodology uses the heuristic ... -
Coordination and data exchange between DSO and TSO as key factors for optimizing DER management in the future energy system.
(AIM, 2019-06-03)Distributed energy resources (DER) are becoming more and more appealing in terms of costs and technology, so a massive diffusion is expected in the near future. On one side, DER can provide important flexibility services ... -
Coordination of the transmission control center management and distribution control center management for disturbances in the regional parts of power system
(AIM, 2019-06-03)On the territory of the Republic of Croatia there is one transmission system operator and one distribution system operator. There is one national transmission control center and four regional control centers. The regional ... -
Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA) approach of Non-Conventional STATCOM Applications
(AIM, 2019-06-03)This paper evaluates non-conventional reinforcement options in four areas of the Scottish Power Energy Networks distribution network that are, or are expected to be, experiencing voltage issues. STATCOMs and mechanically ... -
Cost-Benefit Analysis of TSO-DSO coordination to operate flexibility markets
(AIM, 2019-06-03)This paper presents the outcome of the cost-benefit analysis (CBA) for the different alternatives defined in the project SmartNet for the coordination between transmission system operators (TSOs) and distribution system ... -
Cost-Benefit Analysis: Case Studies of Community Microgrids
(AIM, 2018-06-07)Microgrids are receiving increased attention from a variety of stakeholders for their potential to deliver multiple benefits. Despite their upside, microgrids are, however, not currently widely commercially deployed. Lack ... -
Criteria to Prioritize the Replacement of HV Instrument Transformers in a Distribution Utility: a Practical Approach
(AIM, 2019-06-03)Nowadays, the electric industry develops its activities in a business environment characterized by competitive markets and regulatory authorities that demand strict technical requirements, imposing severe penalties when ... -
Cross-bonding for MV cable systems: advantages and impact on accessories design
(AIM, 2019-06-03)Aim of this paper is to explain the opportunity tointroduce cross-bonding connections in Medium Voltageextruded cable systems with high current rating, asusually done on High Voltage cable systems. Crossbonding connections ... -
CROSS-CUTTING ISSUES IN THE EPES DIGITAL ERA:AN OVERVIEW OF PROMINENT SMART GRID USE CASES
(AIM, 2019-06-03)To enable the integration of smarter and more flexible assets, requiring real-time data exchange, a progressive implementation of last generation Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), capable of providing ... -
Current based Distance Protection in Closed-Ring Grids with Distributed Generation
(AIM, 2019-06-03)Conventional methods of distance protection relays measure an impedance. Based on voltages and currents, the relay determines the distance between relay and fault location and enables selective fault clearing. Closed-ring ... -
CVR in PV-Rich Distribution Networks: A Customer Perspective
(AIM, 2019-06-03)In the last decade, Conservation Voltage Reduction (CVR) has regained attention as an energy efficiency measure. At the same time, many customers in LV networks have adopted PV systems. Although CVR has been studied for ... -
Cybersecurity in Distribution Automation: approach for common referential leveraging Standardization
(AIM, 2019-06-03)This article provides some approach to ease definition and analysis of Cybersecurity requirement during Projects for Distributed Automation Equipments, while still taking into account Utility specificities. It is based on ...