This paper proposes a novel model-free/data-driven centralized training and decentralized execution multi-agent deep reinforcement learning (MADRL) framework for distribution system voltage control with high penetration of PVs. The proposed MADRL can coordinate both the real reactive power PVs existing static var compensators battery storage systems. Unlike DRL-based methods, our method does no...

<p>In this paper, a load balancing system is designed to balance the secondary phase currents of 11 kV/380 V, 50 Hz, 100 kVA power transformer in three 4-wire, distribution network. The built six identical modified static synchronous compensators (M-STATCOMs). Each M-STATCOM constructed voltage source converter-based H-bridge controlled capacitive and inductive modes as linear compensatin...

A slice of a program P with respect to a slicing criterion C ≡ ({var}, c_stmt) is a subset of the program which includes all statements that directly or indirectly affect the value of variable var in c_stmt [1,10–12]. A static slice includes all statements which might affect the value of var. It is constructed using program analysis techniques. A dynamic slice consists of only those statements ...

Multilevel converters are mainly utilized to synthesize a desired singleor three-phase voltage waveform. The desired output voltage is obtained by combining several separate dc voltage sources. Solar cells, fuel cells, batteries, and ultracapacitors are the most common independent sources used. Multilevel converters have found wide applications in motor drives, static VAR compensators, and unin...

This paper addresses the optimal placement of static var compensators (SVCs) in a power system network in such a manner that power loss, voltage deviation and installation cost is minimized. Voltage deviation is minimized by improving voltage profile. The aim of this study is to minimizing the power loss, voltage deviation and installation cost under critical contingency and increasing load con...

This paper presents a new power system planning strategy which combines firefly algorithm (FFA) with pattern search algorithm (PS). The purpose is minimizing total fuel cost, total power loss and reducing total voltage deviation, with the objective of enhancing the loading margin stability and consequently the power system security. A new interactive and simple mechanism, inspired in brainstorm...

Congestion management is one of the technical challenges in power system deregulation. This paper presents single objective optimization approach for optimal choice, location and size of Static Var Compensators (SVC) and Thyristor Controlled Series Capacitors (TCSC) in power system to improve branch loading (minimize congestion), improve voltage stability and reduce line losses. Though FACTS co...

The power electronics device which converts DC power to AC power at required output voltage and frequency level is known as inverter. Multilevel inverter as compared to single level inverters has advantages like minimum harmonic distortion, reduced Electromagnetic interference (EMI)/Radio frequency interference (RFI) generation and can operate on several voltage levels. A multi-stage inverter i...

Problem statement: Static Var Compensators (SVC) devices are used to improve voltage and reactive power conditions in AC systems. An additional task of SVC is to increase transmission capacity as result of power oscillation damping. The effectiveness of this controller depends on its optimal location and proper signal selection in the power system network. A residue factor had been proposed to ...

The multilevel inverters have become more popular during the recent years. The multilevel inverters are applied in many industrial applications such as static VAR compensators, AC power supplies, drive systems, active power filters, etc. The topologies of multilevel inverter have several advantages such as low distortion in output voltage with relative low switching frequency, low harmonic and ...