Determining the Places for Installation of Remote Power Disconnectors in Overhead Power Lines

This paper describes an effective optimization approach for determining suitable places for installation of remote-controlled power disconnectors in medium voltage (MV) overhead power distribution lines, as well as for evaluating the benefits of their use. The objective function of the mathematical model reflects on the one hand, the costs of purchasing, installing, telecommunications and maintaining these devices, and on the other hand, the reduction of the costs of not supplied electricity as a result of the use of these devices. An example of the application of the optimization approach to an actual power line is presented, which illustrates the ease and convenience of its use.