Exploring the Requirements and Considerations for a Probabilistic Simulation Toolset Leveraging OpenDSS

Abstract

Deterministic analysis has served and will continue to serve the industry well in distribution system analysis. However, with increasing penetration of distributed energy resources, the deterministic approach may no longer be enough. This paper explores the current state of probabilistic distribution system analysis and proposes requirements for a probabilistic toolset allowing for a more standardized and user-friendly approach for probabilistic distribution system analysis, specifically focusing on probabilistic load flow, than what is currently available.