Highlights•A Mixed Particle Swarm Optimization model is developed for optimal network
reconfiguration and DG integration.•Optimal network reconfiguration allow a better …

This paper deals with the topic of power quality in a local distribution grid. It is aimed to
analyze the individual influences, which aggravate the power quality of the distribution grid …

A smart energy meter provides real time power consumption data. This helps the consumer
to manage their power requirement efficiently and economically. In a developing country like …

Reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the power transmission and distribution
(T&D) network is crucial for achieving carbon peaking and carbon neutrality. However, there …

This study presents a probabilistic approach to calculate locational marginal price (LMP) at
distributed generation (DG) buses in an electric power distribution system to ensure that the …

The power utilities are experiencing a new challenge as the demand for electrical power is
increasing on a regular basis. This forced the existing networks operates closed to its …

The techniques of minimizing losses in a smart grid system need a fast algorithm to estimate
the conditions of the active distribution system. Excessive losses threat the reliability and …

The privatization exercise that led to the creation of 11 distribution companies (Discos) is yet
to yield the result of meeting the electricity supply needs of Nigeria. It is in realization of this …

This research paper highlights the impact of net metering solar PV sizing and its operating
power factor on the total network active power loss. Digsilent Powerfactory is used to …

Network reconfiguration and Distributed generation (DG) integration in distribution systems
has become one of the major challenging tasks for power utilities. Despite their prospective …