The future grid is evolving into a smart distribution network that integrates multiple
distributed energy resources ensuring at the same time reliable operation and increased …

Microgrid technology offers a new practical approach to harnessing the benefits of
distributed energy resources in grid-connected and island environments. There are several …

Volt-VAR control (VVC) is a critical application in active distribution network management
system to reduce network losses and improve voltage profile. To remove dependency on …

The increasing penetration of distributed generation (DG) power plants into distribution
networks (DNs) causes various issues concerning, eg, stability, protection equipment, and …

Volt-VAR control (VVC) is a critical tool to manage voltage profiles and reactive power flow
in power distribution networks by setting voltage regulating and reactive power …

This paper proposes a distributed coordinated voltage control scheme for distribution
networks with distributed generation (DG) and on-load tap changer (OLTC). In this scheme …

A soft open point (SOP) is a power electronic device, usually using back-to-back voltage
source converters (VSCs), installed at a previously normally open point of a distribution …

Distribution systems are evolving from traditional passive networks into, what is known as,
Active Distribution Networks (ADNs). Unlike traditional distribution networks, ADNs are …

Fast-acting reactive power support from distributed generations (DGs) is a promising
approach for tackling rapid voltage fluctuations in distribution networks. However, the …

The main goal of Distribution Automation (DA) is the real-time operation, usually without
operator intervention, of distribution systems as a consequence of load demand or power …