One of the big concerns when planning the expansion of power distribution systems (PDS)
is reliability. This is defined as the ability to continuously meet the load demand of …

Algorithms are used to optimize both single and multi-objective system limits. This research
aimed to detect the optimal location and size of the DGs, which can significantly minimize …

This paper presents a survey on enhancement of power system performances by optimally
placed distributed generations in distribution networks. Thedistribution power system …

Microgrids are known as clusters of distributed energy resources serving a group of
distributed loads in grid-connected and isolated grid modes. Nowadays, the concept of …

This paper extends evaluation of reliability of the distribution system to incorporate electric
vehicles'(EVs') contribution in different modes of operation. For each load point, two …

The recent deployment of distributed generation has led to a revolution in the use of
distribution systems and the emergence of “smart grid” concepts. Smart grids are intended …

Keen interest in the development and utilization of renewable distributed generation (DG)
has been currently observed worldwide. The reliability impact of this highly variable energy …

This paper presents a novel approach based on cuckoo search (CS) which is applied for
optimal distributed generation (DG) allocation to improve voltage profile and reduce power …

Smart grids have been emerging nowadays as an initiative to operate modern distribution
systems in a more economic and efficient way. Energy storage systems (ESSs) are one of …

Distributed generation (DG) can offer an alternative planning approach to utilities to satisfy
demand growth and distribution network security, planning and management issues …