In the next years, Colombian power system will have the connection of distributed generators and constant power loads; Therefore, it is necessary to propose the analysis methods that allow establishing the minimum requirements ...

This paper proposes a vortex search algorithm (VSA) optimization for optimal dimensioning of distributed generators (DGs), in radial alternating current (AC) distribution networks. The VSA corresponds to a metaheuristic ...

This paper addresses the analysis the optimal power flow (OPF) problem in alternating current (AC) radial distribution networks by using a new metaheuristic optimization technique known as a sine-cosine algorithm (SCA). ...

This paper addresses the voltage collapse analysis in direct-current (DC) power grids via nonlinear optimization approach. The formulation of this problem corresponds to an optimization problem, where the objective function ...

This paper presents a method to find the optimal location, selection, and operation of energy storage systems (ESS- batteries-) and capacitors banks (CB) in distribution systems (DS). A mixed-integer non-linear programming ...

In this paper is proposed a master-slave method for optimal location and sizing of distributed generators (DGs) in direct-current (DC) networks. In the master stage is used the genetic algorithm of Chu & Beasley (GA) for ...

This paper proposes a new approach for a Parallel implementation of Monte-Carlo method aimed for optimal location and sizing of distributed generators in distribution networks. In this approach, a reduction of the solution ...

This paper presents a metaheuristic optimization technique named back hole optimization (BHO) for solving the problem of optimal dimensioning of distributed generation in radial distribution networks. This problem is ...

This paper presents a reformulation of the power flow problem in low-voltage dc (LVDC) power grids via Taylor's series expansion. The solution of the original nonlinear quadratic model is achieved with this proposed ...