This paper compares concentrated and distributed reactive power compensation to improve
the power factor at the point of common connection (PCC) of an industrial electrical system …

The distribution system represents the connection between the consumers and entire power
network. The radial structure is preferred for distribution system due to its simple design and …

With the increase in population and the amount of energy required, power systems have
become more complex and extensive over time. Because of the development of new …

This article shows a prospective utilizations of flexible AC transmission system (FACTS)
controls, like the static VAR compensator (SVC). One of the major motives for setting up an …

Due to increased load demand, the power system developers are encouraged to meet
power quality requirements. Using harmonic filter and capacitor bank is one of the essential …

Medan Area University is one of the private universities in North Sumatra that is also
involved in the development of renewable energy technology. This technological …

This chapter presents a two-stage procedure to determine the optimal locations and sizes of
capacitors with an objective of power loss reduction in radial distribution systems. In first …

The main challenge of present distribution networks is the huge increase in demand for
electricity especially in city center where the demand is increasing vertically for the same …

The most critical strategy to keep the electrical grid from collapsing is load shedding.
However, by itself, this approach is unable to achieve system stabilization, as well as …

Nowadays, the electrical system is more complicated duet to the continuous growing. Power
losses is the biggest challenges for distribution network operators. There are several causes …