Optimal Allocation of Wind Based Distributed Generators in Distribution System Using Cuckoo Search Algorithm

Abstract In recent years the demand of electrical energy increases and limited availability of conventional generation sources, it is very important to use renewable energy resources in the power system network. Optimal location of renewable based distributed generators in distribution system is a challenging issue in recent years. In this paper an effective technique based on the cuckoo search algorithm is proposed to determine optimal allocation of wind based distributed generators in the distribution system. The objective is to reduce power loss of the distribution system. The proposed method is tested on IEEE 69 bus test system and the obtained results are compared with other methods for validation.

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