I. J. of Electrical & Electronics Research
Research Article | 
Addressing Power Loss and Voltage Profile Issues in Electrical Distribution Systems: A Novel Approach Using Polar Bear Gradient-Based Optimization
Author(s): Dr. M. Rama Prasad Reddy, Chodagam Srinivas*, Bireddi Eswararao, Rajendraprasad Kuriti and Dr. M. Koteswara Rao
Published In : International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Research (IJEER) Volume 11, Issue 3
Publisher : FOREX Publication
Published : 23 September 2023
e-ISSN : 2347-470X
Page(s) : 788-793
Abstract
Energy is an essential commodity for everyone, with electrical energy being the most preferred form. Unfortunately, non-renewable energy resources are gradually depleting, and renewable energy sources take several years to establish. To mitigate this problem, technology has shifted from non-renewable energy sources to electrical devices and machines, including household appliances like washing machines and air conditioners. However, the generation of electricity is still inadequate to meet the growing demand. This leads to two major problems: high power loss and poor voltage profile, making it difficult for power distribution companies to ensure a consistent and reliable power supply. This paper aims to address the reduction and minimization of power losses by adjusting distribution side transformer tap settings using the polar bear gradient-based optimization. The proposed approach uses the 14-bus system as a reference and calculates losses for this system using the backward-forward sweeping technique. The results are compared with standard PSO algorithm; the proposed strategy shows superior results.
Keywords: Capacitor Banks, Distribution Network, Electric Vehicles (EVs), Gradient-Based Optimization, Load Demand Curve, Power Losses, Power Distribution, Power Factor, Radial Distribution System (RDS), Reactive Power Compensation, Voltage Dependent Load Modeling, Voltage Profiles.
Dr. M. Rama Prasad Reddy, Department of EEE, G.Pullaiah College of Engineering and Technology, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, India
Chodagam Srinivas*, Department of EEE, Madanapalle Institute of Technology & Science; Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh, India; Email: srinivas.chodagam@gmail.com
Bireddi Eswararao, Department of EEE, SRKR Engineering College, Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
Rajendraprasad Kuriti, Department of CSE-DS Vignan Institute of Technology and Science, Hyderabad, India
Dr. M. Koteswara Rao, Department of ECE, Sri Vasavi Engineering College, Tadepalligudem, India
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