This paper presents a multi-objective formulation for optimal siting and sizing of distributed generation (DG) resources in distribution systems in order to minimize the cost of power losses and energy not supplied. The implemented technique is based on a genetic algorithm (GA) and weight method that employed to obtain the best compromise between these costs. Simulation results on 33-bus distri...

The number of connections of photovoltaic (PV) to distribution network is increasing. Very few PV connection guidelines that distribution system operators (DSOs) can refer to have been found. This paper deals with network planning guidelines for distribution networks with PV. The paper aims to identify planning rules that are relatively easy to implement.

To improve the customer service level, tobacco companies in China use the strategy of direct delivery. But this strategy has a great influence on the local company’s operation cost. In this paper, a distribution planning of the local company is made to decrease the operation cost. The distribution planning includes the location and choice of the distributed centers and the transferring points. ...

This paper presents reliability evaluation techniques which are applied in distribution system planning studies and operation. Reliability of distribution systems is an important issue in power engineering for both utilities and customers. Reliability is a key issue in the design and operation of electric power distribution systems and load. Reliability evaluation of distribution systems has be...

Distal symmetric polyneuropathy (DSP) related to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is one of the most common neurologic complications of HIV, possibly affecting as many as 50% of all individuals infected with HIV. Two potentially neurotoxic mechanisms have been proposed to play a crucial role in the pathogenesis of HIV DSP: neurotoxicity resulting from the virus and its products; as well as ad...

Technology advancement, the drive to reduce environmental pollution and energy security concern, have led toan increase in the use of Distributed Generations (DGs). One of the important aspects of the power system is the optimal operation of distribution networks. Therefore, the objective of this paper is to determine the possiblesolution for optimal operation of distribution networks which tak...

In this paper, an interactive decision support system is proposed to assist experts who prepare water resource management plans for decision makers and stakeholders. Several visualization techniques such as circle views, grid layout, small multiple maps, and simpli∗e-mail: a [email protected] †e-mail: [email protected] ‡e-mail: [email protected] §e-mail: hagen@inform...