A robust mixed-integer convex model for optimal scheduling of integrated energy storage—soft open point devices

I Sarantakos, M Peker… - … on Smart Grid, 2022 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
Soft open points (SOPs) are power electronic devices which can replace conventional
normally open points in distribution networks. SOPs enable full control of active power flow …

[HTML][HTML] Comparative analysis of services from soft open points using cost–benefit analysis

M Deakin, I Sarantakos, D Greenwood, J Bialek… - Applied Energy, 2023 - Elsevier
Abstract Soft Open Points (SOPs) are power electronic-based devices which can replace
Normally Open Points (NOPs) in distribution networks. They can improve network …

Hybrid open points: an efficient tool for increasing network capacity in distribution systems

M Deakin, I Sarantakos, DM Greenwood… - … on Power Delivery, 2021 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
This letter introduces the Hybrid Open Point (HOP), a device consisting of an
electromechanical switch connected in parallel with a power converter, for the purpose of …