Shun Ma¹, Na Yu¹, Xiuna Wang², Shiyan Mei¹, Mingrui Zhao^2,*, Xiaoyu Han²

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.10, pp. 2369-2392, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.028727 - 28 September 2023

Abstract Using the improved prospect theory with the linear transformations of rewarding good and punishing bad (RGPBIT), a new investment ranking model for power grid construction projects (PGCPs) is proposed. Given the uncertainty of each index value under the market environment, fuzzy numbers are used to describe qualitative indicators and interval numbers are used to describe quantitative ones. Taking into account decision-maker’s subjective risk attitudes, a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) method based on improved prospect theory is proposed. First, the [−1, 1] RGPBIT operator is proposed to normalize the original data, to obtain the best and worst More >

Weijun Wang^1,*, Min Chen¹, Hui Yin¹, Yuan Li²

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.10, pp. 2433-2448, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.028620 - 28 September 2023

Abstract To identify the parameters of the extended Debye model of XLPE cables, and therefore evaluate the insulation performance of the samples, the sparsity-promoting dynamic mode decomposition (SPDMD) method was introduced, as well the basics and processes of its application were explained. The amplitude vector based on polarization current was first calculated. Based on the non-zero elements of the vector, the number of branches and parameters including the coefficients and time constants of each branch of the extended Debye model were derived. Further research on parameter identification of XLPE cables at different aging stages based on… More >

Chunlei Jiao¹, Hongyan Hao², Ming Li^1,*, Rifucairen Fu¹, Yichun Liu³, Shunfu Lin³, Ronghui Liu³

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.10, pp. 2393-2416, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.028574 - 28 September 2023

Abstract In the context of the joint operation of China’s intra-provincial markets and inter-provincial trading, how to meet the load demand and energy consumption using inter-provincial renewable energy trading is a key problem. The combined operation of intra-provincial and inter-provincial markets provides a new way for provincial power companies to optimize and clear the intra-provincial power market, complete the intra-provincial consumption responsibility weight index, and consume renewable energy across provinces and regions. This paper combines power generation and consumption within the province, uses inter-provincial renewable energy trading to meet the load demand within the province and… More >

Shiwei Su^1,2, Guangyong Hu², Xianghua Li³, Xin Li², Wei Xiong^2,*

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.10, pp. 2343-2368, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.028500 - 28 September 2023

Abstract As new power systems and dual carbon policies develop, virtual power plant cluster (VPPC) provides another reliable way to promote the efficient utilization of energy and solve environmental pollution problems. To solve the coordinated optimal operation and low-carbon economic operation problem in multi-virtual power plant, a multi-virtual power plant (VPP) electricity-carbon interaction optimal scheduling model considering integrated demand response (IDR) is proposed. Firstly, a multi-VPP electricity-carbon interaction framework is established. The interaction of electric energy and carbon quotas can realize energy complementarity, reduce energy waste and promote low-carbon operation. Secondly, in order to coordinate the… More > Graphic Abstract

Feiyan Zhou^1,*, Hui Yin¹, Chen Luo², Haixin Tong², Kun Yu², Zewen Li², Xiangjun Zeng²

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.9, pp. 1979-1990, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.029480 - 03 August 2023

Abstract The load types in low-voltage distribution systems are diverse. Some loads have current signals that are similar to series fault arcs, making it difficult to effectively detect fault arcs during their occurrence and sustained combustion, which can easily lead to serious electrical fire accidents. To address this issue, this paper establishes a fault arc prototype experimental platform, selects multiple commonly used loads for fault arc experiments, and collects data in both normal and fault states. By analyzing waveform characteristics and selecting fault discrimination feature indicators, corresponding feature values are extracted for qualitative analysis to explore… More > Graphic Abstract

Zhibo Song^1,*, Hao Yang¹, Wei Shen², Yixin Ren¹, Yawei Li³, Jianlong Ma¹

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.9, pp. 2097-2113, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.029115 - 03 August 2023

Abstract Pollution flashover is one of the major insulation accidents that can occur in modern power systems. If the local arc is not sufficiently elongated by the creepage distance, the flashover performance of the insulator will decrease. The insulator structure and equivalent salt deposition density (ESDD) are the main factors affecting the arc path and length. To investigate the forms of arc paths under different insulator structures and their influence on flashover characteristics, a platform for recording arc paths is established. This study presents a method to identify the pattern and distribution of insulator arc paths… More >

Guobin He^*, Rui Su, Jinxin Yang, Yuanping Huang, Huanlin Chen, Donghui Zhang, Cangtao Yang, Wenwen Li

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.9, pp. 2133-2154, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.029007 - 03 August 2023

Abstract In the framework of vigorous promotion of low-carbon power system growth as well as economic globalization, multi-resource penetration in active distribution networks has been advancing fiercely. In particular, distributed generation (DG) based on renewable energy is critical for active distribution network operation enhancement. To comprehensively analyze the accessing impact of DG in distribution networks from various parts, this paper establishes an optimal DG location and sizing planning model based on active power losses, voltage profile, pollution emissions, and the economics of DG costs as well as meteorological conditions. Subsequently, multi-objective particle swarm optimization (MOPSO) is… More >

Zhonghao Qian¹, Hanyi Ma¹, Jun Rao², Jun Hu¹, Lichengzi Yu^2,*, Caoyi Feng¹, Yunxu Qiu¹, Kemo Ding¹

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.9, pp. 2013-2027, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.028859 - 03 August 2023

Abstract The lack of reactive power in offshore wind farms will affect the voltage stability and power transmission quality of wind farms. To improve the voltage stability and reactive power economy of wind farms, the improved particle swarm optimization is used to optimize the reactive power planning in wind farms. First, the power flow of offshore wind farms is modeled, analyzed and calculated. To improve the global search ability and local optimization ability of particle swarm optimization, the improved particle swarm optimization adopts the adaptive inertia weight and asynchronous learning factor. Taking the minimum active power… More >

Jun Yang^*, Nannan Wang, Jiang Wang, Yashuai Luo

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.9, pp. 2079-2096, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.028653 - 03 August 2023

Abstract Distribution networks denote important public infrastructure necessary for people’s livelihoods. However, extreme natural disasters, such as earthquakes, typhoons, and mudslides, severely threaten the safe and stable operation of distribution networks and power supplies needed for daily life. Therefore, considering the requirements for distribution network disaster prevention and mitigation, there is an urgent need for in-depth research on risk assessment methods of distribution networks under extreme natural disaster conditions. This paper accesses multi-source data, presents the data quality improvement methods of distribution networks, and conducts data-driven active fault diagnosis and disaster damage analysis and evaluation using More >

Zhixian Qi^1,2,*, Shuohe Wang^1,2, Qiang Xue^1,2, Haiting Mi³, Jian Wang^1,2

Energy Engineering, Vol.120, No.9, pp. 2059-2077, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ee.2023.028595 - 03 August 2023

Abstract A current identification method based on optimized variational mode decomposition (VMD) and sample entropy (SampEn) is proposed in order to solve the problem that the main protection of the urban rail transit DC feeder cannot distinguish between train charging current and remote short circuit current. This method uses the principle of energy difference to optimize the optimal mode decomposition number k of VMD; the optimal VMD for DC feeder current is decomposed into the intrinsic modal function (IMF) of different frequency bands. The sample entropy algorithm is used to perform feature extraction of each IMF, and More >