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Hybridized Symbiotic Organism Search Algorithm for the Optimal Operation of Directional Overcurrent Relays

Complexity, 2018
This paper presents the solution of directional overcurrent relay (DOCR) problems using Simulated Annealing based Symbiotic Organism Search (SASOS). The objective function of the problem is to minimize the sum of the operating times of all primary relays.
Muhammad Sulaiman, Ashfaq Ahmad, Asfandyar Khan, Shakoor Muhammad   +3 more
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Comprehensive Study of DC Microgrids Protection: Challenges, Cutting‐Edge Techniques, Machine‐Learning‐Driven Solutions

IET Renewable Power Generation, Volume 20, Issue 1, January/December 2026.
ABSTRACT This paper provides a comprehensive examination of the evolving protection challenges within DC microgrids powered by renewable resources and energy storage systems. It begins by delineating the methodological framework of conventional protection, critically assessing schemes based on current, voltage, and impedance to expose their limitations
Mohamed Elmadawy, Ahmed Shahin, Abdelhady Ghanem, Almoataz Y. Abdelaziz, Fujin Deng, Ahmad S. Ayub, Abdalbaset Mnider, Sayed Abulanwar   +7 more
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A Novel Mesh‐Type Medium‐Voltage Distribution Network Topology Enabled by Soft Open Points: Architecture Variants, Capability Analysis, and Operational Strategy

IET Renewable Power Generation, Volume 20, Issue 1, January/December 2026.
This paper proposes a novel mesh‐type medium‐voltage distribution network topology enabled by soft open points (SOPs) to achieve system‐wide continuous power flow regulation and overcome the limitations of conventional radial architectures. To ensure efficient integration, a multi‐objective stochastic planning model and a three‐tiered control strategy ...
Chen Guo, Honggang Jia, Jian Zeng, Zhiqi Zhang, Xingxing Zhou   +4 more
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Decentralised Zone‐Based Protection of Radial Smart Grids Using a Multi‐Agent Scheme

IET Smart Grid, Volume 9, Issue 1, January/December 2026.
A decentralised zone‐based protection is proposed where a multi‐agent scheme is used to manage faults using local agents assigned to each zone of smart grids. ABSTRACT This paper proposes a multi‐agent, zone‐based protection scheme for modern radial smart distribution grids with high penetration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs).
Hamed Rezapour, Sadegh Jamali, Pierluigi Siano, Josep M. Guerrero   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Optimal Linear Protection Scheme of Inverter‐Based Distributed Energy Resources: Meeting Fault‐Ride‐Through Requirement

International Journal of Energy Research, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
This paper presents a new two‐stage protection strategy for active distribution networks that not only addresses selectivity constraints along protected lines but also incorporates fault‐ride‐through (FRT) requirements of inverter‐based distributed energy resources (IBDERs). The proposed coordination strategy (PCS), which distinguishes it from previous
Amin Yazdaninejadi, Hossein Ebrahimi, Sajjad Golshannavaz, Zhiyi Li, Rajashik Paul   +4 more
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An adaptive virtual impedance fault current limiter for optimal protection coordination of islanded microgrids

IET Renewable Power Generation, 2022
Fault currents of inverter‐interfaced distributed generators (IIDGs) depend on inverter controllers. Thus, IIDGs fault currents are different than those of synchronous‐based DGs, both from the magnitude and waveshape perspectives.
Talal Elemamali Sati, Maher A. Azzouz
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Optimal Relay Coordination in Renewable Microgrids Using Multiobjective Optimization

International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
The penetration of distributed generation (DG) into distribution networks has transformed traditional protection philosophies, often resulting in protection miscoordination due to bidirectional fault currents and varying system topologies. This work presents an enhanced optimal coordination strategy for directional overcurrent relays (DOCRs) in a ...
Shahimol Basheer, K. C. Sindhu Thampatty, Wangqiang Niu   +2 more
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Considering Pilot Protection in the Optimal Coordination of Distance and Directional Overcurrent Relays

Iranian Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 2015
The aim of the relay coordination is that protection systems detect and isolate the faulted part as fast and selective as possible. On the other hand, in order to reduce the fault clearing time, distance protection relays are usually equipped with pilot ...
Y. Damchi, J. Sadeh, H. Rajabi Mashhadi
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Grid Fragility, Blackouts, and Control Co‐Design Solutions

Advanced Control for Applications, Volume 7, Issue 3, September 2025.
Hierarchical grid control and GRADIENTS categories. ABSTRACT The grid is undergoing a large‐scale transformation, including a significant reduction of synchronous generators, a high penetration of inverter‐based resources and renewables, substantial demand growth, new extra‐large loads, aging infrastructure and a concerning vulnerability to ...
Mario Garcia‐Sanz, Mirjana Marden, Igor Cvetkovic, HyungSeon Oh, Ethan LoCicero, Saba Khalid   +5 more
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Optimum Coordination Approach for Directional Overcurrent Relays in Interconnected Power Systems Considering Uncertainty in Photovoltaic Generation

IEEE Access
Optimizing the sensitivity and speed of the overcurrent protection system in the presence of distributed generation units while also ensuring the cost-effective design of the fault current limiter (FCL) represents great challenges for engineers.
Mahmoud A. Elsadd, Hossam A. Abd El-Ghany, Mohamed S. Zaky, Almoataz Y. Abdelaziz, Eman S. Ahmed   +4 more
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