A hybrid simulation framework to assess the impact of renewable generators on a distribution network

Authors:
Fanny Boulaire;Mark Utting;Robin Drogemuller;Gerard Ledwich;Iman Ziari
Affiliations:
Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Qld, Australia;Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Qld, Australia;Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Qld, Australia;Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Qld, Australia;Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Qld, Australia
Venue:
Proceedings of the Winter Simulation Conference
Year:
2012

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Abstract

With an increasing number of small-scale renewable generator installations, distribution network planners are faced with new technical challenges (intermittent load flows, network imbalances...). Then again, these decentralized generators (DGs) present opportunities regarding savings on network infrastructure if installed at strategic locations. How can we consider both of these aspects when building decision tools for planning future distribution networks? This paper presents a simulation framework which combines two modeling techniques: agent-based modeling (ABM) and particle swarm optimization (PSO). ABM is used to represent the different system units of the network accurately and dynamically, simulating over short time-periods. PSO is then used to find the most economical configuration of DGs over longer periods of time. The infrastructure of the framework is introduced, presenting the two modeling techniques and their integration. A case study of Townsville, Australia, is then used to illustrate the platform implementation and the outputs of a simulation.