This paper proposes a graph computing based mixed integer programming(MIP)framework for solving the security constrained unit commitment(SCUC)problem in hydro-thermal power systems incorporating pumped hydro storage(P...This paper proposes a graph computing based mixed integer programming(MIP)framework for solving the security constrained unit commitment(SCUC)problem in hydro-thermal power systems incorporating pumped hydro storage(PHS).The proposed graph computing-based MIP framework considers the economic operations of thermal units,cascade hydropower stations and PHS stations,as well as their technical impacts towards the network security.First,the hydro-thermal power system data and unit information are stored in a graph structure with nodes and edges,which enables nodal and hierarchical parallel computing for the unit commitment(UC)solution calculation and network security analysis.A MIP model is then formulated to solve the SCUC problem with the mathematical models of thermal units,cascade hydropower stations and PHS stations.In addition,two optimization approaches including convex hull reformulation(CHR)and special ordered set(SOS)methods are introduced for speeding up the MIP calculation procedure.To ensure the system stability under the derived UC solution,a parallelized graph power flow(PGPF)algorithm is proposed for the hydro-thermal power system network security analysis.Finally,case studies of the IEEE 118-bus system and a practical 2749-bus hydro-thermal power system are introduced to demonstrate the feasibility and validity of the proposed graph computing-based MIP framework.展开更多
This work proposes a reinforcement learning(RL)approach to tackle the control problem of branch overload relief in large power systems.Accordingly,a control agent is trained to change generators'real power output ...This work proposes a reinforcement learning(RL)approach to tackle the control problem of branch overload relief in large power systems.Accordingly,a control agent is trained to change generators'real power output in order to relieve the stressed branches.For large power systems,this control problem becomes one whose decision space(i.e.,the action space)is both highly-dimensioned and continuous.This makes it extremely difficult to have successful training for RL-based agents.To improve the effectiveness,a data-driven and model-based hybrid approach is proposed to optimize the control by combining RL-agent actions and generator shifting factor-driven actions.Accordingly,with the proposed approach the RL-agent successfully trains on large power systems.The proposed design is tested on both the IEEE 118-bus testing system and a 2749-bus real system.The obtained results show that the proposed hybrid approach outperforms the data-driven training approach.展开更多
The distribution control center(DCC)has evolved from a sideshow in the traditional distribution service center to a major centerpiece of the utility moving into the decentralized world.Mostly,this is the place where m...The distribution control center(DCC)has evolved from a sideshow in the traditional distribution service center to a major centerpiece of the utility moving into the decentralized world.Mostly,this is the place where much of the action is happening due to new forms of energy that are coining into the distribution system.This creates the flexibility of operation and in-creased complexity due to the need for increased coordination between the transmission control center and DCC.However,the US and European utilities have adapted to this change in very different ways.Firstly,we describe the research works done in a DCC and their evolutions from the perspectives of major US utilities,and those enhanced by the European perspective focusing on the coordination of distribution system operator and transmission system operator(DSO-TSO).We pres-ent the insights into the systems used in these control centers and the role of vendors in their evolution.Throughout this paper,we present the perspectives of challenges,operational capabilities,and the involvement of various parties who will be re-sponsible to make the transition successful.Key differences are pointed out on how distribution operations are conducted between the US and Europe.展开更多
文摘This paper proposes a graph computing based mixed integer programming(MIP)framework for solving the security constrained unit commitment(SCUC)problem in hydro-thermal power systems incorporating pumped hydro storage(PHS).The proposed graph computing-based MIP framework considers the economic operations of thermal units,cascade hydropower stations and PHS stations,as well as their technical impacts towards the network security.First,the hydro-thermal power system data and unit information are stored in a graph structure with nodes and edges,which enables nodal and hierarchical parallel computing for the unit commitment(UC)solution calculation and network security analysis.A MIP model is then formulated to solve the SCUC problem with the mathematical models of thermal units,cascade hydropower stations and PHS stations.In addition,two optimization approaches including convex hull reformulation(CHR)and special ordered set(SOS)methods are introduced for speeding up the MIP calculation procedure.To ensure the system stability under the derived UC solution,a parallelized graph power flow(PGPF)algorithm is proposed for the hydro-thermal power system network security analysis.Finally,case studies of the IEEE 118-bus system and a practical 2749-bus hydro-thermal power system are introduced to demonstrate the feasibility and validity of the proposed graph computing-based MIP framework.
基金This work was supported by the Science and Technology Project of State Grid Corporation of China(No.5100-201958522A-0-0-00).
文摘This work proposes a reinforcement learning(RL)approach to tackle the control problem of branch overload relief in large power systems.Accordingly,a control agent is trained to change generators'real power output in order to relieve the stressed branches.For large power systems,this control problem becomes one whose decision space(i.e.,the action space)is both highly-dimensioned and continuous.This makes it extremely difficult to have successful training for RL-based agents.To improve the effectiveness,a data-driven and model-based hybrid approach is proposed to optimize the control by combining RL-agent actions and generator shifting factor-driven actions.Accordingly,with the proposed approach the RL-agent successfully trains on large power systems.The proposed design is tested on both the IEEE 118-bus testing system and a 2749-bus real system.The obtained results show that the proposed hybrid approach outperforms the data-driven training approach.
基金MONKS,Sarajevo,FBiH,Bosnia and Herzegovina(No.27-02-11-41250-34/21).
文摘The distribution control center(DCC)has evolved from a sideshow in the traditional distribution service center to a major centerpiece of the utility moving into the decentralized world.Mostly,this is the place where much of the action is happening due to new forms of energy that are coining into the distribution system.This creates the flexibility of operation and in-creased complexity due to the need for increased coordination between the transmission control center and DCC.However,the US and European utilities have adapted to this change in very different ways.Firstly,we describe the research works done in a DCC and their evolutions from the perspectives of major US utilities,and those enhanced by the European perspective focusing on the coordination of distribution system operator and transmission system operator(DSO-TSO).We pres-ent the insights into the systems used in these control centers and the role of vendors in their evolution.Throughout this paper,we present the perspectives of challenges,operational capabilities,and the involvement of various parties who will be re-sponsible to make the transition successful.Key differences are pointed out on how distribution operations are conducted between the US and Europe.
