A new algorithm for steady state load-shedding strategy

This paper deals with a steady state load-shedding strategy considering the effect of the demand priorities on the operation of the power system during emergencies. The load-shedding problem is solved by a new algorithm (the Alliance Algorithm) based on the “alliance among tribes” (a tribe or an alliance is a possible solution with a proximity degree to the optimum). The obtained results prove additional enhancements compared to other heuristic approaches. The case studies are carried out on 30 and 57 bus IEEE test networks.