An efficient tabu search approach for optimal operation of MV distribution networks using a past evaluation of power losses

Abstract

In the present, paper the problem of minimum losses operation of automated electrical distribution networks is dealt with. Automation implies that remote control of tie-switches and capacitor banks is possible. To speed the overall procedure a fast network solution method for local search algorithms is also presented. To prove the efficiency of the proposed method a tabu search algorithm has been implemented. The evaluation of power losses and voltage drop has been done using dynamic data structures for the network representation. Test results on a large distribution network are presented and commented.