Optimal network reconfiguration of a distribution system using Biogeography Based Optimization

This paper aim to optimize network reconfiguration of a distribution network to improve the voltage profile at the buses and minimize the distribution line losses. Network reconfiguration is the procedure of changing the topological structure of feeders by altering the open or close status of lines which include sectionalizing and tie lines. Biogeography Based Optimization (BBO) algorithm is proposed to solve the optimal network reconfiguration problem. Simulations are carried out on 33-bus radial distribution systems, in MATLAB Programming Environment.