This paper presents a new application of hybridized PSO for optimal allocation of single and multiple Distributed Generation (DG) units in distribution network. The proposed algorithm called Ranked Evolutionary Particle swarm optimization (REPSO) combines PSO with Evolutionary programming Optimization methods to simultaneously places and size DG units in radial distribution network. The perform...

In this paper, Artificial Neural Network, one of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques, for the Volt / Var control in power distribution systems with dispersed generation (DG) is proposed. Artificial neural networks have been considered due to their ability for real time control, simpler calculations and adaptability to different operating conditions. Neuro-controllers are much more effec...

Electricity distribution networks are subject to random faults. On occurrence of a fault in the distribution network, the circuit breaker on the faulty feeder trips, which disconnects supply to all customers connected to that feeder. Once the fault is located, the faulty component is isolated and then repaired. The cost of isolating and repairing faults depends on the way the network is configu...

Success on the licensure examination, NCLEX-PN, is a fundamental outcome criterion for practical nursing programs as well as a state requirement for professional practice. Nurse educators and administrators have an interest in identifying factors that predict success on the licensure examination. This study examined demographic, pre-admission, and programmatic variables to determine their predi...

In this paper, Artificial Neural Network, one of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques, for the Volt / Var control in power distribution systems with dispersed generation (DG) is proposed. Artificial neural networks have been considered due to their ability for real time control, simpler calculations and adaptability to different operating conditions. Neuro-controllers are much more effec...

In this work, thermo – elastic analysis for functionally graded thick – walled cylinder with temperature - dependent material properties at steady condition is carried out. The length of cylinder is infinite and loading is consist of internal hydrostatic pressure and temperature gradient. All of physical and mechanical properties expect the Poisson's ratio are considered as multiplied an expone...

In this paper, simultaneous placement of distributed generation, capacitor bank and protective devices are utilized to improve the efficiency of the distribution network. The objectives of the problem are reduction of active and reactive power losses, improvement of voltage profile and reliability indices and increasing distribution companies’ profit. The combination of firefly algorithm, parti...

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1 Radial Basis Functions 2 1.1 Multivariate Interpolation and Positive Definiteness . . . . . . 3 1.2 Stability and Scaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.3 Solving Partial Differential Equations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 1.4 Comparison of Strong and Weak Problems . . . . . . . . . . . 8 1.5 Collocation Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 1.6 Method ...