• Title of article

    Market-based Method for Reconfiguration of Distribution Networks Using Mine Blast Algorithm (MBA)

  • Author/Authors

    Niroomand ، Sajjad Department of electrical engineering - Islamic Azad University, Sowmesara branch , Tabasi ، Mehdi Department of electrical engineering - Islamic Azad University, Sowmesara branch

  • Pages
    9
  • From page
    137
  • To page
    145
  • Abstract
    Today, reduction of losses and operational costs is considered an important issue in power systems. Demand response program causes diminished consumption during peak hours and thus increased reliability and reduced costs. Reconfiguration of distribution networks are among the practical methods in reducing losses and costs as well as improving the voltage profile. In this paper, the reconfiguration of distribution networks is performed considering demand response potential and in the presence of distribution generated (DG) sources using a new optimization algorithm called mine blast optimization algorithm (MBA). For this purpose, reducing losses, improving voltage profile, and lowering operational costs of the network are also taken into account as objective function. The proposed method is applied on 33-bus radial network. Simulation has been performed using MATLAB software.
  • Keywords
    Mine Blast Optimization Algorithm (MBA) , Reconfiguration of Distribution Networks , Demand Response , Reduction of Losses , Reduction of Costs
  • Journal title
    Majlesi Journal of Telecommunication Devices
  • Record number

    2494586