A constrained topological decomposition method for the next-generation smart grid

The inherent heterogeneity in the uncertainty of variable generations (e.g., wind, solar, tidal and wave-power) in electric grid coupled with the dynamic nature of distributed architecture of sub-systems, and the need for information synchronization has made the problem of resource allocation and monitoring a tremendous challenge for the next-generation smart grid. Unfortunately, the deployment of distributed algorithms across micro grids have been overlooked in the electric grid sector. In particular, centralized methods for managing resources and data may not be sufficient to monitor a complex electric grid. This paper discusses a decentralized constrained decomposition using Linear Programming (LP) that optimizes the inter-area transfer across micro grids that reduces total generation cost for the grid. A test grid of IEEE 14-bus system is sectioned into two and three areas, and its effect on inter-transfer is analyzed.