Optimal Utilization of Distributed Resources with an Iterative Transmission and Distribution Framework

abstract: This thesis focuses on developing an integrated transmission and distribution framework that couples the two sub-systems together with due consideration to conventional demand flexibility. The proposed framework ensures accurate representation of the system resources and the network condit...

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Other Authors: Singhal, Nikita Ghanshyam (Author)
Format: Dissertation
Language:English
Published: 2014
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.I.25873
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Summary:abstract: This thesis focuses on developing an integrated transmission and distribution framework that couples the two sub-systems together with due consideration to conventional demand flexibility. The proposed framework ensures accurate representation of the system resources and the network conditions when modeling the distribution system in the transmission OPF and vice-versa. It is further used to develop an accurate pricing mechanism (Distribution-based Location Marginal Pricing), which is reflective of the moment-to-moment costs of generating and delivering electrical energy, for the distribution system. By accurately modeling the two sub-systems, we can improve the economic efficiency and the system reliability, as the price sensitive resources can be controlled to behave in a way that benefits the power system as a whole. === Dissertation/Thesis === Masters Thesis Electrical Engineering 2014