Title :
Fundamental research challenges for the simulation and modelling of Active Networks
Author :
Broadfoot, Iain D. ; Currie, Robert A F ; Ault, Graham W. ; Mcdonald, James R
Author_Institution :
Inst. for Energy & Environ., Univ. of Strathclyde, Glasgow
Abstract :
The desire to reduce harmful emissions from electricity production has led to an increase in the connection of renewable energy generation. Active network management (ANM) is one proposed method for allowing additional network connections without reinforcement of electricity networks. This paper presents a case study exploring the initial layers of a modelling and simulation framework for active networks. A second study is presented which highlights specific areas where current power system simulation techniques may fall short when investigating ANM schemes. Finally, several fundamental research challenges that must be met if ANM schemes are to succeed are identified.
Keywords :
distributed power generation; power system interconnection; power system management; power system simulation; active network management; active network modelling; distributed generation; electricity networks; electricity production; power system simulation techniques; Circuit faults; Computer aided software engineering; Energy management; Load flow; Performance analysis; Power generation; Power system management; Power system modeling; Power system simulation; Voltage control;
Conference_Titel :
Universities Power Engineering Conference, 2008. UPEC 2008. 43rd International
Conference_Location :
Padova
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-3294-3
Electronic_ISBN :
978-88-89884-09-6
DOI :
10.1109/UPEC.2008.4651595