Smart reactive power compensation (SRPC) algorithm: a distribution-level solution leveraging distributed generation units and spare grid infrastructure
Sadhana - Academy Proceedings in Engineering Sciences, cilt.51, sa.3, 2026 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Cilt numarası: 51 Sayı: 3
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Doi Numarası: 10.1007/s12046-026-03181-x
- Dergi Adı: Sadhana - Academy Proceedings in Engineering Sciences
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, Aerospace Database, Compendex, INSPEC, MathSciNet, zbMATH, Academic Search Ultimate (EBSCO), Engineering Source (EBSCO), Materials Science & Engineering Collection (ProQuest), Technology Collection (ProQuest)
- Anahtar Kelimeler: DIgSILENT, reactive power compensation, Smart grids, XLPE cable
- Karadeniz Teknik Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
With the increasing demand for electricity day by day, the grids are becoming more complex. This situation disrupts the reactive power balances in the grids, creating new threats to stability and energy quality. Conventional reactive power compensation solutions are unable to meet contemporary grid requirements due to their elevated prices and slow response times. The notion of smart grids provides more flexible and manageable frameworks to address these difficulties. This study employs an algorithm that delivers customized solutions through the coordinated management of grid components. The proposed Smart Reactive Power Compensation (SRPC) algorithm seeks to provide a cost-effective and dynamic solution by utilizing the reactive power capabilities of bioenergy and hydroelectric power plants, along with a spare XLPE cable that is already installed in the system but not actively used for load transfer, within the jurisdiction of TEİAŞ 14th Regional Directorate in Trabzon. When the tanφ (reactive power/active power ratio) value continually monitored by the SRPC algorithm surpasses the thresholds established in the grid code, system components are dynamically engaged to reestablish equilibrium. This method provides a more cost-effective and adaptable integration than capacitor banks and FACTS devices, while maintaining consistent adherence to grid standards. The proposed methodology has been simulated with DIgSILENT Power Factory software and corroborated by testing with actual grid data.