An Extensive Overview of Islanding Detection Strategies of Active Distributed Generations in Sustainable Microgrids

Active distributed generations (ADGs) are more prevalent near consumer premises. However, the ADG penetration contribute a lot of dynamic changes in power distribution networks which cause different protection and control issues. Islanding is one crucial problems related to such ADGs; on other hand, islanding detection also challenging aspect. Therefore, an extensive review real-time depiction strategies (IDS) provided this work. Initially, focus concept depiction, standardization, benchmark test systems for IDS validation, software/tools analysis their pros cons. Then, detailed classification IDSs presented with emphasis remote local methods. Passive, active, hybrid can be used further categorize IDSs. Moreover, statistical comparative based non-detection-zone (NDZ), cost-effectiveness, false operation mentioned. The research gap loopholes existing work limitations presented. Finally, paper concluded recommendations.