Modified-genetic-algorithm-based Optimal Configuration Strategy for Reactive Compensation Devices of 10 kV Lines
Inappropriate configuration of reactive compensation devices in 10 kV lines usually leads to excessive distance of reactive current flow,increased network loss and reduced supply voltage quality.The present work studied a modified-ge-netic-algorithm-based method to optimally configure reactive compensation devices.The method works through saliently the calculation of optimal installation locations and capacities via a real-coded genetic algorithm,in which the objective and the constraint are minimum annual line loss rate and qualified line voltage,respectively.Simulation on a case model built based on structure and actual operation data of a regional distribution network in Beijing verified tentatively the effective-ness of the proposed method in configuring reactive compensation,which is manifested by reduced system investment and operation loss,and improved quality of electric supply.
genetic algorithmreactive power optimizationnetwork lossdistribution network