Computational Tool for Optimal Expansion of Transmission Networks

Abstract

This paper presents a software tool with a graphical user interface for transmission system expansion planning. Trough an integer-mixed optimization algorithm this tool selects the best combination of projects in all the given scenarios. In this model the load shed control policy to avoid overloads in the circuits is considered. Finally, a case study of the Argentinean interconnection system is presented to illustrate the use of the transmission planning software in real power system models.