Minimization of Losses in Electric Networks by Optimization of Transformer Ratios

Abstract

Minimization of losses in electric networks due to the regulation of their modes provides for determining the optimal values ​​of reactive powers of regulated sources, voltage of reference nodes and transformation ratios of regulated transformers in circuits. At present, there are many methods and algorithms for optimizing reactive powers and node voltages that are reflected in the works of many authors. At the same time, despite the existence of a number of works, the development of more advanced algorithms for optimizing the transformation ratios of loop transformers, which ensure minimal losses due to the forced distribution of power flows in closed networks, remains an urgent task.