Optimal Coordination of Dual-Setting Directional Overcurrent Relays in Microgrids

Tareq Foqha, Samer Alsadi, Shady S. Refaat

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Abstract

Microgrids are gaining popularity due to their improved reliability and resilience. However, their protection is challenging due to bidirectional current flow and varying fault current levels in different operating modes. This paper proposes the use of dual-setting directional overcurrent relays for microgrid protection. To demonstrate their effectiveness, a comparative analysis of dual-setting relays and conventional relays is conducted. The relay coordination problem is formulated as a nonlinear programming problem, and the settings of relays are optimally determined using genetic algorithm and an efficient hybrid optimization algorithm that combines the modified firefly algorithm and genetic algorithm to minimize the overall relay operating time for primary relays. The proposed scheme is implemented on the distribution section of the IEEE-14 bus system, demonstrating a reduction in total system operating time with dual-setting directional overcurrent relays.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2024 4th International Conference on Smart Grid and Renewable Energy (SGRE)
Place of PublicationDoha, Qatar
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Pages1-6
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)979-8-3503-0626-2
ISBN (Print)979-8-3503-0627-9
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 10 Jan 2024
Event2024 4th International Conference on Smart Grid and Renewable Energy (SGRE) - Doha, Qatar
Duration: 8 Jan 202410 Jan 2024
Conference number: 4
https://www.sgre-qa.org/

Conference

Conference2024 4th International Conference on Smart Grid and Renewable Energy (SGRE)
Abbreviated titleSGRE 2024
Country/TerritoryQatar
CityDoha
Period8/01/2410/01/24
Internet address

Keywords

  • Microgrids
  • Smart grids
  • Relays
  • Standards
  • Optimization
  • Genetic algorithms
  • Resilience
  • Microgrid protection
  • Dual-setting directional overcurrent relays
  • Firefly algorithm

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