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Network Reconfiguration in Modern Power Distribution Networks

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This chapter introduces the Network Reconfiguration (NR) concept in Distribution Networks (DNs) as an efficient scheme to face various operational issues like reliability improvement and loss reduction. Furthermore, the potential for utilizing NR to perform voltage profile improvement under high DG or Renewable Energy Sources (RESs) penetration is presented. Finally, the coordination of the NR along with the optimal siting and sizing of DG units aiming to maximize their impact on loss reduction is also analyzed. The basic aim of this chapter is to demonstrate how specific automation upgrade in modern DNs regarding the replacement of manual switching equipment by automated controlled sectionalizers or tie-switches could allow Distribution System Operators (DSOs) to integrate real time management techniques of the DN under relatively low investment plans. Specific examples regarding both real and benchmarked DNs are included and the proposed algorithms are explained in detail.

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    Aggelos S. Bouhouras

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    Paschalis A. Gkaidatzis & Dimitris P. Labridis

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Bouhouras, A.S., Gkaidatzis, P.A., Labridis, D.P. (2020). Network Reconfiguration in Modern Power Distribution Networks. In: Resener, M., Rebennack, S., Pardalos, P., Haffner, S. (eds) Handbook of Optimization in Electric Power Distribution Systems. Energy Systems. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-36115-0_7

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