The management of distributed energy resources (DER) in power distribution systems and
the concept of demand side management (DSM) are becoming increasingly important in …

Power distribution systems are in the state of transition from passive to active networks due
to the rising penetration level of distributed generators (DGs). One of the technical …

Real-time (RT) simulation is a highly reliable simulation method that is mostly based on
electromagnetic transient simulation of complex systems comprising many domains. It is …

This paper discusses the various aspects involving the research and development of smart
grids. Discussed are applications, from large grid renewable integration, wide-area …

Abstract In recent years, Smart Grid technologies such as Advanced Metering, Pervasive
Control, Automation and Distribution Management have created numerous control and …

This paper proposes a new approach for real-time and adaptive Volt/VAr optimization
(VVO)/conservation voltage reduction (CVR) system using Intelligent Agents, communicating …

This paper aims to investigate the impact of different Electric Vehicle (EV) penetration on
quasi real-time Volt–VAR Optimization (VVO) of smart distribution networks. Recent VVO …

Grid operators have to cope with secure electric vehicles integration in the power system,
which may lead to violations of the allowed voltage band. This work intends to provide an …

This paper aims to present a novel smart grid adaptive energy conservation and
optimization engine for smart distribution networks. The optimization engine presented in …

In recent years, smart grid technologies such as Distribution Management Systems (DMS)
and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) have created remarkable opportunities for …