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Multi-Resource Coordinated Optimization for Harmonic and Voltage Compensation in Microgrids

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: To address the problem of uncoordinated operation between distributed generation (DG) inverters and dedicated power quality devices, this paper proposes a coordinated optimization model for harmonic and voltage compensation in microgrids. The model considers the capacity constraints of DG inverters and compensation devices, aiming to realize efficient utilization of multi-resource compensation capabilities. A dual-objective optimization framework is established, which simultaneously minimizes total economic cost and enhances overall power quality performance. The first objective function reflects investment and operational costs, while the second quantifies system performance through total harmonic distortion (THD) and average voltage deviation (AVD). The Normal–Normal Constraint (NNC) method is adopted to ensure optimization stability and feasible trade-offs between the two objectives. The proposed approach is validated on the IEEE 33-bus microgrid system, and its results are compared with traditional heuristic algorithms such as PSO. Simulation results show that the proposed method effectively reduces total operating cost while significantly improving harmonic and voltage compensation performance. This study provides a practical reference for coordinated power quality management in microgrids.

Source: Energies

DOI: 10.3390/en18225884

Authors: Hao Bai, Ruotian Yao, Tong Liu, Yiyong Lei, Yawen Zheng

Institution: China Southern Power Grid (China)

Language: English

Topic: Power Quality and Harmonics

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,137