Enhancing Renewable Energy Integration:A Gaussian-Bare-Bones Levy Cheetah Optimization Approach to Optimal Power Flow in Electrical Networks

In the contemporary era,the global expansion of electrical grids is propelled by various renewable energy sources(RESs).Efficient integration of stochastic RESs and optimal power flow(OPF)management are critical for network optimization.This study introduces an innovative solution,the Gaussian Bare-Bones Levy Cheetah Optimizer(GBBLCO),addressing OPF challenges in power generation systems with stochastic RESs.The primary objective is to minimize the total operating costs of RESs,considering four functions:overall operating costs,voltage deviation management,emissions reduction,voltage stability index(VSI)and power loss mitigation.Additionally,a carbon tax is included in the objective function to reduce carbon emissions.Thorough scrutiny,using modified IEEE 30-bus and IEEE 118-bus systems,validates GBBLCO’s superior performance in achieving optimal solutions.Simulation results demonstrate GBBLCO’s efficacy in six optimization scenarios:total cost with valve point effects,total cost with emission and carbon tax,total cost with prohibited operating zones,active power loss optimization,voltage deviation optimization and enhancing voltage stability index(VSI).GBBLCO outperforms conventional techniques in each scenario,showcasing rapid convergence and superior solution quality.Notably,GBBLCO navigates complexities introduced by valve point effects,adapts to environmental constraints,optimizes costs while considering prohibited operating zones,minimizes active power losses,and optimizes voltage deviation by enhancing the voltage stability index(VSI)effectively.This research significantly contributes to advancing OPF,emphasizing GBBLCO’s improved global search capabilities and ability to address challenges related to local minima.GBBLCO emerges as a versatile and robust optimization tool for diverse challenges in power systems,offering a promising solution for the evolving needs of renewable energy-integrated power grids.

Mathematical Modeling and Control Algorithm Development for Bidirectional Power Flow in CCS-CNT System

As the demand for more efficient and adaptable power distribution systems intensifies, especially in rural areas, innovative solutions like the Capacitor-Coupled Substation with a Controllable Network Transformer (CCS-CNT) are becoming increasingly critical. Traditional power distribution networks, often limited by unidirectional flow capabilities and inflexibility, struggle to meet the complex demands of modern energy systems. The CCS-CNT system offers a transformative approach by enabling bidirectional power flow between high-voltage transmission lines and local distribution networks, a feature that is essential for integrating renewable energy sources and ensuring reliable electrification in underserved regions. This paper presents a detailed mathematical representation of power flow within the CCS-CNT system, emphasizing the control of both active and reactive power through the adjustment of voltage levels and phase angles. A control algorithm is developed to dynamically manage power flow, ensuring optimal performance by minimizing losses and maintaining voltage stability across the network. The proposed CCS-CNT system demonstrates significant potential in enhancing the efficiency and reliability of power distribution, making it particularly suited for rural electrification and other applications where traditional methods fall short. The findings underscore the system's capability to adapt to varying operational conditions, offering a robust solution for modern power distribution challenges.

Effects of sequential decay on collective flows and nuclear stopping power in heavy-ion collisions at intermediate energies

In this study, the rapidity distribution, collective flows, and nuclear stopping power in ^(197)Au+^(197)Au collisions at intermediate energies were investigated using the ultrarelativistic quantum molecular dynamics(UrQMD) model with GEMINI++ code. The UrQMD model was adopted to simulate the dynamic evolution of heavy-ion collisions, whereas the GEMINI++ code was used to simulate the decay of primary fragments produced by UrQMD. The calculated results were compared with the INDRA and FOPI experimental data. It was found that the rapidity distribution, collective flows, and nuclear stopping power were affected to a certain extent by the decay of primary fragments, especially at lower beam energies. Furthermore, the experimental data of the collective flows and nuclear stopping power at the investigated beam energies were better reproduced when the sequential decay effect was included.

Optimizing Power Flow in Northern Cameroon’s Interconnected Grid: Challenges and Solutions

This paper presents an analysis of the power flow within the Northern Interconnected Grid of Cameroon. The Newton-Raphson method has been performed, known for its accuracy, under MATLAB software, to model and solve complex power flow equations. This study simulates a series of outage scenarios to evaluate the responsiveness of the grid. The results obtained underline the crucial importance of reactive power management and highlight the urgent need to consolidate the grid infrastructure of North Cameroon. To increase grid resilience and stability, the paper recommends the strategic integration of renewables and the development of interconnections with other power grids. These measures are presented as viable solutions to meet current and future energy distribution challenges, ensuring a reliable and sustainable power supply for Cameroon.

Model Predictive Control Strategy of Multi-Port Interline DC Power Flow Controller

There are issues with flexible DC transmission system such as a lack of control freedom over power flow.In order to tackle these issues,a DC power flow controller(DCPFC)is incorporated into a multi-terminal,flexible DC power grid.In recent years,a multi-port DC power flow controller based on a modular multi-level converter has become a focal point of research due to its simple structure and robust scalability.This work proposes a model predictive control(MPC)strategy for multi-port interline DC power flow controllers in order to improve their steady-state dynamic performance.Initially,the mathematical model of a multi-terminal DC power grid with a multi-port interline DC power flow controller is developed,and the relationship between each regulated variable and control variable is determined;The power flow controller is then discretized,and the cost function and weight factor are built with numerous control objectives.Sub module sorting method and nearest level approximation modulation regulate the power flow controller;Lastly,theMATLAB/Simulink simulation platformis used to verify the correctness of the establishedmathematicalmodel and the control performance of the suggestedMPC strategy.Finally,it is demonstrated that the control strategy possesses the benefits of robust dynamic performance,multiobjective control,and a simple structure.

煤流-潮流协同的矿山供电系统低碳优化运行

双碳目标的提出对我国矿山绿色高效开采提出了更高的需求。为此,该文提出煤流-潮流协同的矿山供电系统优化调度方法。首先,基于煤流在采煤工作面、带式运输机、储煤筒仓等环节的连续性特征,抽象出运输煤流和节点功率耦合的运输设备模型;其次,整合煤流运输安全约束与配网潮流约束,建立煤流-潮流协同的运行优化模型;最后,以矿山用能的经济性和碳减排为目标,考虑主网实时碳计量水平,调节采煤时间、煤流速度、运输流量与设备用能,生成煤流运输和矿山电网低碳调度的优化方案。以山西某矿山供电系统为实例,验证所提模型与方法的有效性。仿真结果表明,所提模型与方法能够有效降低矿山生产的吨煤电耗、用能成本及碳排放量,实现了煤流-潮流协同的矿山低碳化经济运行。

电力系统强迫振荡源定位的时-频域耗散能量流方法

准确定位强迫振荡源对电力系统的安全稳定运行意义重大。然而,由于强迫振荡模式的可观性和振荡时变特征,传统方法难以从多通道量测信息中有效提取振荡分量,从而降低了基于耗散能量流的强迫振荡源定位方法的定位精度。为此,提出了一种基于耗散能量流的电力系统强迫振荡源时-频域定位方法。首先,根据节点各量测通道间信息相关性,利用同步压缩短时傅里叶变换处理节点多通道量测信息,构建节点统一时-频系数矩阵;然后,根据强迫振荡分量的能量特性,利用时-频域能量筛选并同步提取时-频系数矩阵中的时-频域强迫振荡分量;进一步,根据测量信息的时-频域特性,在传统时域强迫振荡耗散能量流计算模型的基础上推导出基于同步压缩短时傅里叶变换的时-频域耗散能量流计算模型,并根据系统强迫振荡期间的时-频域耗散能量流能量特性定位强迫振荡源;最后,将所提方法应用于WECC 179节点测试系统、WECC 240节点测试系统的仿真振荡场景以及美国New England的实际振荡事件,所得结果表明所提时-频域定位方法可快速、精准定位强迫振荡源。

Reinforcement learning for wind-farm flow control:Current state and future actions

Wind-farm flow control stands at the forefront of grand challenges in wind-energy science.The central issue is that current algorithms are based on simplified models and,thus,fall short of capturing the complex physics of wind farms associated with the high-dimensional nature of turbulence and multiscale wind-farm-atmosphere interactions.Reinforcement learning(RL),as a subset of machine learning,has demonstrated its effectiveness in solving high-dimensional problems in various domains,and the studies performed in the last decade prove that it can be exploited in the development of the next generation of algorithms for wind-farm flow control.This review has two main objectives.Firstly,it aims to provide an up-to-date overview of works focusing on the development of wind-farm flow control schemes utilizing RL methods.By examining the latest research in this area,the review seeks to offer a comprehensive understanding of the advancements made in wind-farm flow control through the application of RL techniques.Secondly,it aims to shed light on the obstacles that researchers face when implementing wind-farm flow control based on RL.By highlighting these challenges,the review aims to identify areas requiring further exploration and potential opportunities for future research.

Asymptotically Optimal Scenario Analysis and Wait-and-See Model for Optimal Power Flow With Wind Power

精确模拟风功率分布的场景,有效求解反映风电随机性的最优潮流模型,对大规模风电并网的经济调度、质量控制及安全运行均具有重要意义。引入风电随机变量,建立最优潮流的＂wait-and-see＂（WS-OPF）模型;采用优于其他指标的瓦瑟斯坦（Wasserstein）距离为衡量指标,形成与风功率概率分布最优近似的场景模型,生成渐近最优场景,获得潮流分布及机组最优出力等指导调度安全经济运行的重要信息。最后,以IEEE 30和IEEE 300系统为例,对比各种距离指标的模拟精度,验证Wasserstein距离的优良性;同时,与不考虑风电随机性的模型相比,WS-OPF模型能更好地模拟风功率随机特性,提供与实际发生的风功率相近的调度方案,从而合理地规避风电接入电网的风险,提高风电的消纳能力。

Power Flow Response Based Dynamic Topology Optimization of Bi-material Plate Structures

Work on dynamic topology optimization of engineering structures for vibration suppression has mainly addressed the maximization of eigenfrequencies and gaps between consecutive eigenfrequencies of free vibration, minimization of the dynamic compliance subject to forced vibration, and minimization of the structural frequency response. A dynamic topology optimization method of bi-material plate structures is presented based on power flow analysis. Topology optimization problems formulated directly with the design objective of minimizing the power flow response are dealt with. In comparison to the displacement or velocity response, the power flow response takes not only the amplitude of force and velocity into account, but also the phase relationship of the two vector quantities. The complex expression of power flow response is derived based on time-harmonic external mechanical loading and Rayleigh damping. The mathematical formulation of topology optimization is established based on power flow response and bi-material solid isotropic material with penalization(SIMP) model. Computational optimization procedure is developed by using adjoint design sensitivity analysis and the method of moving asymptotes(MMA). Several numerical examples are presented for bi-material plate structures with different loading frequencies, which verify the feasibility and effectiveness of this method. Additionally, optimum results between topological design of minimum power flow response and minimum dynamic compliance are compared, showing that the present method has strong adaptability for structural dynamic topology optimization problems. The proposed research provides a more accurate and effective approach for dynamic topology optimization of vibrating structures.

基于潮流-灵敏度复合分析的线路过载紧急控制策略

针对由线路故障引起的支路过载问题,提出基于潮流-灵敏度复合分析的线路过载紧急控制策略。该策略运用潮流跟踪算法计算发电机和负荷对每条线路的占用率及发电机对负荷的供给率,运用灵敏度分析方法确定控制节点的功率调整大小与方向,在保证调整设备数尽量少以及不造成其他支路过载的情况下,按照比例采取切机、切负荷措施,快速消除过载线路,防止连锁故障的发生.以IEEE39节点系统为例,对所提出的控制策略进行验证。算例分析结果证明,该控制策略具有可行性和有效性。

PASSIVE-ACTIVE CONTROL OF POWER FLOW IN AN ISOLATION SYSTEM MOUNTED ON FLEXIBLE FOUNDATIONS

A general model of flexible isolation systems which involves both the passive and active control factors is established by inserting actuators into an passive isolation system. And the power flow transmission function in such a system as with multi disturbance, multi mounts, passive isolators and actuators is deduced. By means of the numerical simulation method, the influence of actuators on power flow transmission characteristic is studied. And as a conclusion, the passive active synthetic control strategy of power flow is summarized.

Research and application of a power-flow-calculation method in multiterminal VSC-HVDC power grid

For demonstrating a multiterminal voltage-source converter(VSC)-based high-voltage DC(HVDC)(VSCHVDC) project, this study puts forward a technical route for calculating the power flow in a 500-kV VSC-HVDC power grid in comparison with that of an AC power grid. The Jacobian matrix used in the power-flow calculation was deduced through methods such as Newton–Laphson iteration and Taylor series expansion. Further, the operation effect of powerflow calculation on a true bipolar VSC-HVDC power grid was analyzed briefly. The elements of the Jacobian matrix corresponding to VSC were studied under the mode of droop control and the control strategy of VSC-HVDC power grid was analyzed in detail. The power-flow calculation model for VSC-HVDC power grid of the master–slave control mode was simplified using the PQ decomposition method of the power-flow calculation of an AC power grid. Moreover, a four-terminal model of the Zhangbei VSC-HVDC demonstration project was established and tested on MATLAB. The simulation results under two kinds of operating conditions were analyzed and compared to the results of BPA; the deviation between the power-flow results was studied. The results show that the proposed calculation method can provide a feasible support for calculating the power flow in VSC-HVDC grids.

基于区间-概率潮流分析的配电网调压手段适应性评估方法

随着可再生能源的大规模接入,配电网面临着频繁的电压越限问题,亟待对以光伏逆变器为代表的多种新型调压手段能否满足配电网日常调压需求进行研究。为对配电系统调压手段适应性做出客观评价,提出基于区间-概率潮流分析的配电网调压手段适应性评估方法,实现调压效果与调压成本的综合分析。首先,基于区间潮流与概率潮流结果,构建配电网调压效果评价指标;其次,以最优无功方案对应成本作为成本基准值,构建配电网调压成本评价指标;在此基础上,基于层次分析法对调压效果指标和成本指标进行加权,构建配电网调压适应性综合评价指标体系;最后,基于所构建的评价指标,完成配电网调压手段适应性分析,并通过多场景对比评价验证了所提方法的合理性。

含碳捕集-电转气的风光火储一体化系统优化运行

碳捕集、电转气装置能够利用系统富裕新能源捕集火电燃烧所产生的碳排放,并生成燃气,形成碳资源循环利用链.为降低系统碳排放,促进新能源消纳,提升系统运行灵活性,提出含碳捕集-电转气(CC-P2G)的风光火储一体化系统架构,并设计其优化运行模型.重点讨论该架构电能流和碳流的运行特性;考虑配额制下碳排放交易收益,以一体化系统综合效益最大化为目标,综合考虑各类设备运行特性,提出其优化运行模型.算例验证了CC-P2G系统在提升新能源消纳能力和系统运行效益方面的效用.结果表明,CC-P2G系统与碳排放配额交易等市场机制有效配合,能够在降低系统整体碳排放的同时提升运行效益.

基于改进连续牛顿法的电-气综合能源系统潮流计算

针对采用传统牛顿-拉夫逊法对电-气综合能源系统进行状态评估与安全校核时潮流计算不易收敛的问题,提出了一种基于改进连续牛顿法的电-气综合能源系统潮流计算方法。将电-气综合能源系统非线性潮流模型转化为常微分方程模型,使用梯形积分法进行大步长隐式积分以保证数值稳定;使用改进欧拉法进行小步长显式积分以估计迭代误差,以Richardson外推修正迭代结果并自适应更新迭代步长。通过电-气综合能源系统中的仿真测试表明,所提方法在病态潮流初值场景下的鲁棒性优于传统算法,并可作为采用传统算法不收敛时的潮流结果校核工具。

A strategy for strengthening chaotic mixing of dual shaft eccentric mixers by changing non-Newtonian fluids kinetic energy distribution

Efficiently modulating the velocity distribution and flow pattern of non-Newtonian fluids is a critical challenge in the context of dual shaft eccentric mixers for process intensification,posing a significant barrier for the existing technologies.Accordingly,this work reports a convenient strategy that changes the kinetic energy to controllably regulate the flow patterns from radial flow to axial flow.Results showed that the desired velocity distribution and flow patterns could be effectively obtained by varying the number and structure of baffles to change kinetic energy,and a more uniform velocity distribution,which could not be reached normally in standard baffle dual shaft mixers,was easily obtained.Furthermore,a comparative analysis of velocity and shear rate distributions is employed to elucidate the mechanism behind the generation of flow patterns in various dual-shaft eccentric mixers.Importantly,there is little difference in the power number of the laminar flow at the same Reynolds number,meaning that the baffle type has no effect on the power consumption,while the power number of both unbaffle and U-shaped baffle mixing systems decreases compared with the standard baffle mixing system in the transition flow.Finally,at the same rotational condition,the dimensionless mixing time of the U-shaped baffle mixing system is 15.3%and 7.9%shorter than that of the standard baffle and the unbaffle mixing system,respectively,which shows the advantage of the U-shaped baffle in stirring rate.

计及压缩机运行域的动态最优电-气能流凸化算法

压缩机是电-气互联系统的关键元件,其运行工作点是否位于运行域内关系到系统的安全稳定运行,同时其模型非凸性大幅增加了最优电-气能流的求解难度。为此,该文在压缩机准确建模的基础上,针对电力和天然气系统迥异的传输特性,提出一种计及压缩机运行域的动态最优电-气能流凸化算法。首先,根据压缩机运行参数与状态变量间的映射关系,构建压缩机三维运行域模型,并利用超平面实现运行域的凸包络松弛。其次,考虑差异化传输特性建立动态最优电-气能流模型,实现模型的混合整数二阶锥凸重构,并提出一种基于动态线性化与紧缩凸包络的凸化算法。最后,算例验证所提模型的有效性,表明所提算法在计算精度和效率上均优于连续锥规划算法。

Modelling Study to Compare the Flow and Heat Transfer Characteristics of Low-Power Hydrogen,Nitrogen and Argon Arc-Heated Thrusters

A modelling study is performed to compare the plasma flow and heat transfer characteristics of low-power arc-heated thrusters （arcjets） for three different propellants： hydrogen, nitrogen and argon. The all-speed SIMPLE algorithm is employed to solve the governing equations, which take into account the effects of compressibility, Lorentz force and Joule heating, as well as the temperature- and pressure-dependence of the gas properties. The temperature, velocity and Mach number distributions calculated within the thruster nozzle obtained with different propellant gases are compared for the same thruster structure, dimensions, inlet-gas stagnant pressure and arc currents. The temperature distributions in the solid region of the anode-nozzle wall are also given. It is found that the flow and energy conversion processes in the thruster nozzle show many similar features for all three propellants. For example, the propellant is heated mainly in the near-cathode and constrictor region, with the highest plasma temperature appearing near the cathode tip; the flow transition from the subsonic to supersonic regime occurs within the constrictor region; the highest axial velocity appears inside the nozzle; and most of the input propellant flows towards the thruster exit through the cooler gas region near the anode-nozzle wall. However, since the properties of hydrogen, nitrogen and argon, especially their molecular weights, specific enthMpies and thermal conductivities, are different, there are appreciable differences in arcjet performance. For example, compared to the other two propellants, the hydrogen arcjet thruster shows a higher plasma temperature in the arc region, and higher axial velocity but lower temperature at the thruster exit. Correspondingly, the hydrogen arcjet thruster has the highest specific impulse and arc voltage for the same inlet stagnant pressure and arc current. The predictions of the modelling are compared favourably with available experimental results.

Reactive Power Flow Convergence Adjustment Based on Deep Reinforcement Learning

Power flow calculation is the basis of power grid planning and many system analysis tasks require convergent power flow conditions.To address the unsolvable power flow problem caused by the reactive power imbalance,a method for adjusting reactive power flow convergence based on deep reinforcement learning is proposed.The deep reinforcement learning method takes switching parallel reactive compensation as the action space and sets the reward value based on the power flow convergence and reactive power adjustment.For the non-convergence power flow,the 500 kV nodes with reactive power compensation devices on the low-voltage side are converted into PV nodes by node type switching.And the quantified reactive power non-convergence index is acquired.Then,the action space and reward value of deep reinforcement learning are reasonably designed and the adjustment strategy is obtained by taking the reactive power non-convergence index as the algorithm state space.Finally,the effectiveness of the power flow convergence adjustment algorithm is verified by an actual power grid system in a province.