Optimal location and sizing of Distributed Generation (DG) for IEEE 69 Bus Test system using Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO)

Abstract

This thesis presents an approach for the optimal location and sizing of DG units in the IEEE 69 Bus Test system using Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO). The integration of Distributed Generation (DG) into power distribution networks can significantly enhance system efficiency, reduce power losses, and improve voltage profiles. The main objective is to minimize the total power losses while maintaining acceptable voltage levels throughout the network. The PSO algorithm is applied to determine the best positions and sizes of DG units, taking into account various technical constraints such as voltage limits and line loading capacities. Simulation with MATLAB results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method, showing a substantial reduction in power losses and an improvement in voltage stability, validating PSO as a robust optimization technique for DG placement in distribution networks.