Reliability Evaluation of Distribution System Considering Distributed Generation

This paper presents an analytical approach for evaluating distribution system reliability indices in the presence of distributed generation. Modeling distributed generation and evaluation of distribution system reliability indices using the frequency duration technique. Using model implements and case studies are discussed. Results showed that location of DG and its effect in distribution reliability indices. In this respect, impact of DG on distribution system is investigated using the IEEE Roy Billinton test system (RBTS2) included feeder 1. Therefore, it will help to the distribution system planners in the DG resource placement.

Authors:

• Raju Kaduru
• Narsaiah Srinivas Gondlala

Keywords:

• Distributed Generation
• DG Location
• Distribution System
• Reliability Indices.

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