Optimal Load Management in EV-penetrated Networks: A Metaheuristic Approach with FACTS and DG Support

This book offers a comprehensive techno-economic assessment and optimization framework for the challenges posed by the increasing adoption of electric vehicles by enhancing the performance of power system network through the integration of DG units and flexible AC transmission systems (FACTS) devices, particularly the unified power flow controller (UPFC). It explores various distributed sources available and FACTS controllers and how their integration effectively managed the growing demand due to electric vehicles. By optimizing the placement and sizing of DG units and UPFC devices, the proposed approach aims to enhance grid stability, improve power quality, and increase overall system efficiency. This comprehensive solution not only mitigates the potential strain on existing infrastructure but also paves the way for a more sustainable and resilient electric power system in the face of growing electrification trends.

Rupika Gandotra is currently doing a Ph.D. at Department of Electrical Engineering, Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, India. She received a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering in 2018, from Chandigarh University, India. She has published various research papers in reputed journals and international conferences. Her research areas are renewable energy systems, power system analysis and optimization algorithms, smart grid optimization, FACTS controllers, electric vehicles and soft computing techniques.

Dr. Kirti Pal is presently working as Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering Department at School of Engineering, Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, India. She obtained her B.Eng. degree from Lakshmi Narain College of Technology, Bhopal, India; her M.Eng. degree from Madhav Institute of Technology & Science, Gwalior, India and her Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering from Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal, India. She has over 19 years of academic experience and has published many research papers in various reputed national/international journals and conference proceedings. She has guided many B.Tech. and M.Tech. scholars, and two Ph.D Scholars. Dr. Pal has also been invited to deliver keynote and expert talks at several national/international conferences and workshops. She was a Guest Editor of the special issue on Advance Innovation and Technology with Sustainability Engineering for the International Journal of Social Ecology and Sustainable Development (IGI Global, USA). She has published three international books. She also serves as a reviewer for various international journals of repute. She is a Life Member of the Indian Society for Technical Education. Her areas of current interest include restructuring of power systems, power system analysis and optimization, renewable energy systems, EV parameter estimation and EV impact analysis on power systems.