Adaptive Dispatching in Low-Voltage Distribution for Voltage Fluctuations

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing optimization scheduling methods for flexible interconnected low-voltage power distribution regions suffer from subjective weight coefficient determination, leading to suboptimal solutions and complex models, and fail to adapt to system operation status and voltage fluctuations effectively.

Innovation Solution

A self-adaptive optimization scheduling method that dynamically updates weight coefficients based on system operation status and voltage fluctuations, using a multi-objective optimization model with a second-order cone programming approach and adaptive relaxation gap to ensure system stability and economic performance.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If traditional single-objective transformation method is used to solve multi-objective optimization, then the problem can be simplified into single-objective problem, but the optimal solution cannot be obtained due to subjective influence of weight parameter selection

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoptimization model complexityVSAvoidoptimization solution quality
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by transforming fixed weight coefficients into dynamic adaptive weight coefficients that automatically adjust based on system operating conditions. The weight coefficients are updated in real-time according to voltage deviations and system states, enabling the optimization model to adapt to changing conditions without subjective intervention, thus resolving the contradiction between model simplicity and solution optimality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements self-service through the construction of an adaptive weight coefficient determination model that automatically determines optimal weights based on system operating conditions. The model uses voltage deviations, system states, and operational requirements to self-adjust weight coefficients without external subjective input, eliminating the need for manual weight parameter selection while maintaining model simplicity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

2Adaptability or versatility

If Pareto theory is used to solve multi-objective problems, then comprehensive solution space can be explored, but the utilization rate of solution space is low and local optimal solutions are easily obtained

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesolution space coverageVSAvoidsolution convergence efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies feedback by continuously monitoring system operating conditions, voltage deviations, and constraint satisfaction levels, then using this feedback to dynamically adjust weight coefficients. This feedback mechanism guides the optimization process toward globally optimal solutions while maintaining high solution space utilization, avoiding the local optimal trap that plagues traditional Pareto-based methods.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements parameter changes by transforming static weight parameters into dynamic parameters that change based on system conditions. The adaptive weight coefficients are continuously updated according to voltage deviations, system states, and operational requirements, enabling the optimization algorithm to efficiently explore the solution space and converge to optimal solutions without getting trapped in local optima.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Reliability

If game theory is used for multi-objective optimization, then decision-making interactions can be studied, but the model and solution become relatively complex and are restricted by rationality assumptions

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedecision-making objectivityVSAvoidoptimization model complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements self-service by creating an autonomous weight determination model that automatically adjusts optimization weights based on system conditions without requiring complex game-theoretic models or rationality assumptions. The system self-determines optimal weights using voltage deviations, operational states, and constraint information, achieving objective decision-making while maintaining model simplicity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies mechanics substitution by replacing the complex mechanical/game-theoretic decision-making framework with a streamlined adaptive optimization approach. Instead of using elaborate game-theoretic models to study decision interactions, the patent substitutes a direct adaptive weight adjustment mechanism that achieves the same objective decision-making goal with significantly reduced model complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

4Ease of manufacture

If fixed weight coefficients are used in multi-objective optimization, then the model is simple to implement, but the solution cannot adapt to system operation status and voltage fluctuations

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemodel implementation easeVSAvoidadaptation to system conditions
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by transforming static weight coefficients into dynamic adaptive weight coefficients that automatically adjust based on system operating conditions. The weight coefficients are updated in real-time according to voltage deviations and system states, enabling the optimization model to adapt to changing conditions while maintaining implementation simplicity through an automated determination model.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements parameter changes by transforming fixed weight parameters into variable parameters that change based on system conditions. The adaptive weight coefficients are continuously updated according to voltage deviations, system states, and operational requirements, enabling the model to adapt to different operating scenarios without increasing implementation complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentEP4693792A1Self-adaptive optimization scheduling method applied to flexible interconnected low-voltage power distribution region
Publication Date: 2026.02.11 CHUXIONG POWER SUPPLY BUREAU OF YUNNAN POWER GRID CO LTD
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AI summary

A self-adaptive optimal dispatching method is applied to the flexible interconnected low-voltage power distribution regions, which includes : firstly, classifying the operating states of the system based on the voltage deviation during the system operation process; secondly, establishing a multi-objective optimization model for the safety, economy and reliability of the system operation; based on different operating states of the system, constructing the weight coefficients of the multi-objective optimization function according to the range of the voltage deviation; finally, designing a second-order cone optimization method with gradually tightening relaxation gaps, which can quickly and accurately obtain the optimal dispatching scheme for the flexible interconnected low-voltage distribution stations.