Optimal Reactive Power Compensation via D-STATCOMs in Electrical Distribution Systems by Applying the Generalized Normal Distribution Optimizer

This research deals with the problem regarding optimal siting and sizing of distribution static compensators (D-STATCOMs) via application a master–slave optimization technique. The master stage determines nodes where D-STATCOMs must be located their nominal rates by applying generalized normal optimizer (GNDO) discrete–continuous codification. In slave stage, successive approximations power flow method is implemented in order to establish technical feasibility solution provided i.e., voltage regulation device capabilities, among other features. main goal proposed minimize expected annual operating costs grid, which includes energy loss investment D-STATCOMs. With purpose improving effectiveness reactive compensation during daily operation an (ORPF) approach used that considers are as inputs obtain dynamical behavior regard injection additional net profits. GNDO MATLAB programming environment, ORPF GAMS software using test feeder comprising 33 both radial meshed configurations. A complete comparative analysis Salp Swarm Algorithm presented demonstrate two-stage fixed scenario final objective function values. addition, different tests considering possibility hourly through gains can obtained operative grid.