Optimization of wind generation distribution in the power system using genetic algorithm

摘要

This paper describes an approach to the problem of optimizing wind generation output in a system with limited transmission capacity. The presented approach has several applications. It can be used to indicate a maximum value of wind generation which can be connected to the grid without causing new overloads. Another use is finding an optimal generation reduction in case of exceeding the loading limit. An application of genetic algorithm to find the best (in terms of maximizing wind generation output while eliminating line overloads) wind generation distribution of a given set of wind farms for a given set of contingencies (e.g. line outages) is presented in the paper. The application has been tested with promising results on a relatively isolated subsystem (area of one of Polish distribution companies).