Planning Models for Distribution Grid

Distribution Grid Planning Considering Smart Grid Technologies

Connection of distributed generation (DG) units, energy storages, and new loads into low voltage (LV) grids leads to a constrained operation of the grids. Consequently, voltage limits violation and overloading of grid assets occur more frequently. To tackle these issues, distribution system operators (DSO) still employ traditional techniques in planning distribution grids to increase grid hosti...

Workforce Planning Models for Distribution Center Operations

Distribution Planning Revisited: New Models for New Challenges

Recent business and technological trends have transformed the structure and performance requirements for distribution channels in many industries. Higher service level expectations of retail customers, distribution outsourcing by manufacturers, and the proliferation of advanced information technologies drive these transformations, presenting new problems in supply chain management. Motivated by...

Analysis of spatial distribution of Tehran Metropolis urban services using models of urban planning

The process of spatial distribution of urban services in order to provide equitable access to opportunities and reduced regional disparities, and earning the highest citizen satisfaction are among the main challenges facing urban management. This requires knowledge of the current status of spatial distribution of public services in the city, followed by optimal resource allocation under varying...

Resilience-Based Framework for Distributed Generation Planning in Distribution Networks

Events with low probability and high impact, which annually cause high damages, seriously threaten the health of the distribution networks. Hence, more attention to the issue of enhancing network resilience and continuity of power supply, feels more than ever, all over the world. In modern distribution networks, because of the increasing presence of distributed generation resources, an alternat...