Reconfiguration of distribution systems with distributed generators based on Imperialist Competitive Algorithm

This paper proposes a reconfiguration method based on Imperialist Competitive Algorithm (ICA) in distribution system that aims at achieving the minimum power loss and increment load balance factor of radial distribution networks with distributed generators. A 33-bus distribution system is selected for reconfiguration and to demonstrate the effectiveness of the method for solving the optimal switching operation of distribution systems. The simulation results show that this method is operative and effective. Furthermore, lower system losses and better load balancing will be attained at distribution system with distributed generators compared to the conventional system.