Student psychology based optimization algorithm: A new population based optimization algorithm for solving optimization problems

B Das, V Mukherjee, D Das - Advances in Engineering software, 2020 - Elsevier
In this article, a new metaheuristic optimization algorithm (named as, student psychology
based optimization (SPBO)) is proposed. The proposed SPBO algorithm is based on the …

Flower pollination algorithm and loss sensitivity factors for optimal sizing and placement of capacitors in radial distribution systems

AY Abdelaziz, ES Ali, SM Abd Elazim - … Journal of Electrical Power & Energy …, 2016 - Elsevier
Abstract In this paper, Flower Pollination Algorithm (FPA) is proposed for optimal allocations
and sizing of capacitors in various distribution systems. First the most candidate buses for …

Optimal location and sizing of capacitor placement in radial distribution system using bacterial foraging optimization algorithm

KR Devabalaji, K Ravi, DP Kothari - … Journal of Electrical Power & Energy …, 2015 - Elsevier
This study introduces a new long term scheduling for optimal allocation of capacitor bank in
radial distribution system with the objective of minimizing power loss of the system subjected …

Capacitor allocations in radial distribution networks using cuckoo search algorithm

AA El‐Fergany, AY Abdelaziz - IET Generation, Transmission & …, 2014 - Wiley Online Library
In the present work, a cuckoo search optimisation‐based approach has been developed to
allocate static shunt capacitors along radial distribution networks. The objective function is …

Optimal capacitor allocations using evolutionary algorithms

AA El‐Fergany - IET Generation, Transmission & Distribution, 2013 - Wiley Online Library
This article investigates the implementation of integrated evolutionary algorithms based for
solving the capacitor placement optimisation problem with reduced annual operating cost …

An improved crow search algorithm applied to energy problems

P Díaz, M Pérez-Cisneros, E Cuevas, O Avalos… - Energies, 2018 - mdpi.com
The efficient use of energy in electrical systems has become a relevant topic due to its
environmental impact. Parameter identification in induction motors and capacitor allocation …

[HTML][HTML] An efficient method for solving the optimal sitting and sizing problem of capacitor banks based on cuckoo search algorithm

KR Devabalaji, T Yuvaraj, K Ravi - Ain Shams Engineering Journal, 2018 - Elsevier
In this paper, a new approach to determine the optimal location and sizing of capacitor is
being analyzed and the objective function is formulated to minimize power losses and …

Optimal capacitor allocation in radial distribution systems for loss reduction: A two stage method

AR Abul'Wafa - Electric Power Systems Research, 2013 - Elsevier
This paper presents an efficient approach for capacitor allocation in radial distribution
systems that determine the optimal locations and sizes of capacitors with an objective of …

DG placement in radial distribution network by symbiotic organisms search algorithm for real power loss minimization

B Das, V Mukherjee, D Das - Applied Soft Computing, 2016 - Elsevier
Incorporation of distributed generation (DG) in distribution network may reduce the network
loss if DG of appropriate size is placed at proper strategic location. The current article …

Fuzzy logic based optimal placement of voltage regulators and capacitors for distribution systems efficiency improvement

M Addisu, AO Salau, H Takele - Heliyon, 2021 - cell.com
Electric power systems in most developing countries, especially Ethiopia, are fed by radial
distribution systems (RDSs), which serve as the final link between the high voltage …