Application of the multiagent approach for modeling integrated energy systems

Abstract

Currently, operation control and expansion planning of energy systems occurs separately for local systems and tasks. Traditionally, the considered energy systems unite large energy sources, such as hydro, thermal power plants, combined heat and power plants, boiler plants and electric and pipeline networks distributed over a large area. New trends in the energy sector necessitate a revision of the principles of the construction of energy systems and creating integrated energy systems. THE PURPOSE. Combining existing energy systems into a single integrated system with many interconnected and coordinating elements can contribute to the implementation of new functionalities, the use of more advanced technologies in operation and the active participation of consumers with distributed generation in the energy supply process. METHODS. To study integrated energy supply systems, it is proposed to use a multiagent approach, which is one of the promising areas for the study of complex systems. This approach is used in many subject areas to study systems involving a large number of elements with complex behavior. Such systems include integrated energy systems, the modeling and analysis of which on the basis of a multiagent approach is formed by a multitude of interconnected agents that exchange various data with each other. RESULTS. Based on the research results, the active structure of a multiagent system is proposed for the calculation and optimization of integrated energy systems and, taking into account their main features and properties, in the framework of which the agents of the multiagent system, their goals and objectives are determined. CONCLUSIONS. Based on this structure, a model has been developed that allows modeling integrated energy systems. The experiments carried out using the developed model showed its efficiency, practical applicability and prospects for further development.

Keywords

• multiagent systems
• integrated energy systems
• multiagent approach
• energy systems modeling
• electrical energy
• thermal energy