Optimisation of Reactive Power Compensation, Selected Results for Medium Voltage Distribution Networks

Abstract

This paper concerns issues of optimal location of reactive power sources in radial MV distribution networks. At first, the optimisation problem is formulated along with constraints, and solution methods are indicated. Data necessary to perform calculations and used assumptions is discussed. Optimisation calculations have been performed for many real MV networks; their essential parameters are presented in the paper along with the characteristics of the obtained results. The paper ends with a summary which presents conclusions of the performed analyses.

Keywords

• power distribution networks
• reactive power compensation
• optimisation