Optimization of solar source based network

Abstract

This paper shows the importance of the electric cables sections and the site of renewable energy generator in order to optimize its distribution network. These parameters influence considerably the whole cost of installation during the running of a project. An approach of resolution consists of determining the position of installing the generator. This position is called electric center of gravity ‘E.C.G in which the generator is then placed between various loads. This proposed position is known as having minimum of copper volume, that mean the least price of cable for the complete installation. The determined cross sections for each cable, in this position, are the smallest technically acceptable. An optimal section has been calculated in order to achieve the lowest annual cost of the investment. The obtained results prove that the adoption of this section has an effective economical profit in terms of energy gain.