Abstract
This paper proposes to use a combinatorial optimization technique, the branch and cut algorithm, to design an hybrid isolated microgrid in the Colombian community of Unguia. In addition, this paper presents a comparison between the designs obtained with the branch and cut algorithm, the software HOMER and a genetic algorithm for the Unguia community. The proposed microgrid includes two diesel generators whose infrastructure already exists in the community, photovoltaic panels, wind turbines and two storage systems: batteries and hydro-pumped storage. The goal of the design is to dimension the hydro-pumped storage tank, pump, hydraulic turbine, and to choose the number of batteries, panels and wind turbines that minimize the annual costs and C02 system emissions. The proposed designs ensure a level of reliability on the system. Simulation results show that the design with the branch and cut algorithm have the lowest cost for the Unguia microgrid.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 2017 6th International Conference on Renewable Energy Research and Applications, ICRERA 2017 |
Place of Publication | Piscataway |
Publisher | Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers |
Pages | 234-239 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 978-1-5386-2095-3 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-1-5386-2096-0 |
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Publication status | Published - 12 Dec 2017 |
Event | 6th International Conference on Renewable Energy Research and Applications, ICRERA 2017 - San Diego, United States Duration: 5 Nov 2017 → 8 Nov 2017 Conference number: 6 https://www.icrera.org/archieve2017/ |
Conference
Conference | 6th International Conference on Renewable Energy Research and Applications, ICRERA 2017 |
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Abbreviated title | ICRERA 2017 |
Country/Territory | United States |
City | San Diego |
Period | 5/11/17 → 8/11/17 |
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Keywords
- Energy storage
- Hybrid energy systems
- Microgrids
- Optimization
- Renewable energy systems
- Solar energy
- Wind energy