Feeder routing in DG interfaced power distribution networks using MSTB-GT approach

This paper presents a minimum spanning tree based graph theoretic approach (MSTB-GT), feeder routing in power distribution network including DGs. Graph theoretic is found to be much simpler and effective solution that significantly reduces the complexities of existing search algorithms and provides the optimal radial path while minimizing the cost. The proposed technique is tested for different topologies of power distribution network with DGs and the results obtained for feeder routing is highly encouraging compared to earlier existing techniques. As Graph theoretic approach is based on structural analysis, thus can be used for online planning leading to microgrid planning for smartgrid infrastructure.