A new method for Volt–Var optimization with conservation voltage reduction on distribution systems
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DOI: 10.1007/s00202-020-00945-4
Abstract: This paper introduces a new search-based method for coordinated control of voltage (Volt) and reactive power (Var) devices for conservation of voltage reduction to achieve an effective demand and power loss reduction while keeping voltage… read more here.
Keywords: voltage; reduction; volt var; distribution ... See more keywords
Smart grid adaptive volt-VAR optimization: Challenges for sustainable future grids
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scs.2016.09.014
Abstract: Abstract In recent years, smart grid technologies such as Distribution Management Systems (DMS) and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) have created remarkable opportunities for distribution grids in terms of operation, control and optimization. The advent of… read more here.
Keywords: var optimization; grid adaptive; optimization; smart grid ... See more keywords
Hierarchical optimisation strategy for energy scheduling and volt/var control in autonomous clusters of microgrids
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DOI: 10.1049/iet-rpg.2019.0357
Abstract: This study proposes a hierarchical optimisation strategy for the energy dispatch and volt/var control problem of a photovoltaic-battery microgrid cluster (MGC) operating autonomously. The proposed approach takes advantage of the decentralised control architecture existing in… read more here.
Keywords: var control; strategy; power; optimisation strategy ... See more keywords
OLTC-Induced False Data Injection Attack on Volt/VAR Optimization in Distribution Systems
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2019.2904959
Abstract: This paper presents a new class of false data injection attacks (FDIAs) on volt/VAR optimization (VVO), which may result in abnormal voltage conditions along the radial medium voltage (MV) distribution feeder with an on-load tap… read more here.
Keywords: optimization; data injection; volt var; attack ... See more keywords
Synergistic Hierarchical Bi-Level Optimization of Demand Response Programs and Smart Inverter Volt/Var Control for Maximizing Hosting Capacity of Power Systems With Renewable-Based Distributed Generators
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2025.3530557
Abstract: Renewable-based distributed generation (DG) offers economic and environmental benefits, but integrating it into the distribution network (DN) poses technical challenges. Hosting capacity (HC) defines the maximum amount of DG that can be safely integrated into… read more here.
Keywords: level; volt var; hosting capacity; var control ... See more keywords
Adapted Volt-VAr Extremum-Seeking Method for Voltage Regulation and Loss Minimization in Low Voltage Distribution Networks
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2025.3586872
Abstract: The high penetration of Distributed Generation (DG) in the low-voltage distribution grid has raised several concerns in recent years, mainly regarding overvoltage at the buses caused by the reversal of active power flow. In order… read more here.
Keywords: voltage; low voltage; method; volt var ... See more keywords
Hierarchical Reinforcement Learning for Volt/Var and Wireless Communication Co-Scheduling in Active Distribution Network
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DOI: 10.1109/jiot.2025.3601580
Abstract: In active distribution networks (ADNs), the rapid changes in photovoltaic (PV) generation can easily lead to short-term voltage stability issues. However, achieving real-time voltage control under limited communication resources is a major challenge. This article… read more here.
Keywords: reinforcement; hierarchical reinforcement; volt var; active distribution ... See more keywords
Multistage Coordination Volt/VAR Control With CVR in Active Distribution Network in Presence of Inverter-Based DG Units and Soft Open Points
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DOI: 10.1109/tia.2021.3063667
Abstract: The conservation voltage reduction (CVR) technique is a well-established technique for peak demand reduction and energy savings in the presence of voltage-sensitive loads. However, intermittent and uncertain nature of renewable energy sources such as photovoltaic… read more here.
Keywords: methodology; control; real time; active distribution ... See more keywords
Robust Volt/VAr Control With Photovoltaics
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DOI: 10.1109/tpwrs.2018.2890767
Abstract: The new IEEE 1547-2018 standard includes dynamic Volt/VAr control for photovoltaic (PV) smart inverters. While recent research has addressed the problem of optimal inverter dispatch, the interaction between inverters and the classical Volt/VAr control (VVC)… read more here.
Keywords: var control; reactive power; power; volt var ... See more keywords
Bi-Level Volt/VAR Optimization in Distribution Networks With Smart PV Inverters
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DOI: 10.1109/tpwrs.2022.3142105
Abstract: Optimal Volt/VAR control (VVC) in distribution networks relies on an effective coordination between the conventional utility-owned mechanical devices and the smart residential photovoltaic (PV) inverters. Typically, a central controller carries out a periodic optimization and… read more here.
Keywords: level volt; distribution networks; smart inverters; volt var ... See more keywords
A Machine Learning-Assisted Distributed Optimization Method for Inverter-Based Volt-VAR Control in Active Distribution Networks
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DOI: 10.1109/tpwrs.2023.3279303
Abstract: The number of smart inverters in active distribution networks is growing rapidly, making it challenging to realize a fast, distributed Volt/Var control (VVC). This work proposes a machine learning-assisted distributed algorithm to accelerate the solution… read more here.
Keywords: method; distribution; distribution networks; volt var ... See more keywords