This paper presents an optimal way to control steady-state voltage in distribution feeders
using reactive power ancillary service that is provided by synchronous distributed …

The discrete coordinate-descent algorithm is a practical approach that is currently used in
centralized Volt/VAr Control (VVC) implementations, mainly due to its good performance and …

A fast sensitivity method for determining line loss and node voltages in active distribution
network is proposed. A quadratic sensitivity model of distributed generation (DG) output or …

Load tap changers (LTCs) are commonly used for voltage control in distribution systems.
The mechanical relays on LTCs are controlled in discrete steps; hence, distribution optimal …

Volt/VAr optimisation (VVO) is one of the important techniques used for reduction of energy
consumption, energy losses, and peak demand. The proper load modelling is necessary in …

This paper presents a new specialized evolutionary system for Volt/Var optimization (SES-
VVO) to efficiently solve the multi-objective optimization problem (MOP) when the number of …

This paper elucidates a new real time energy management framework for radial active
unbalance distribution networks (UDNs) by integrating load shedding and conservation …

In smart grid environment, Volt/VAr Optimization (VVO) is receiving great attention among
other energy efficient techniques. The main concept of VVO is to utilize various Volt/VAr …

This paper proposes a new approach to the development of coordinated Volt/VAr control for
real-time operation of smart distribution grids. The methodology intended for the coordinated …

Large-scale integration of variable Renewable Energy Sources (RES) brings significant
challenges to grid operation that require new approaches and tools for distribution system …