Distributed coordination and control of multiple photovoltaic generators for power distribution in a microgrid

Abstract

This paper presents a methodology for coordination and control of multiple photovoltaic (PV) generators for distributed power generation in a microgrid. Strategies are provided for coordination of active power generation and control of active power flows among distributed energy resources, while achieving supply–demand balance. Distributed approaches for optimal dispatch and control of active power flows are considered for active power support in the continuous-time domain. The effectiveness of the proposed approaches is investigated through an illustrative example. © 2016 Elsevier Ltd