Impact of Electric Vehicle Integration on Short Circuit Capacity of Distribution Network

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Abstract

The protection systems of traditional distribution networks are typically set up in a radial configuration with the primary source supplying power: However, integrating bidirectional power sources like electric vehicles (EVs) and distributed generators (DGs) pose various challenges in the design of protection strategies. The challenges arise primarily due to increased short-circuit level of the system, change in the power flow direction, loss of coordination within relays, overcurrent protection issues, etc. This study evaluates the impact of EV penetration level and DG integration in four different scenarios: Grid-to-Vehicle (G2V) unidirectional charging, G2V with DG integration, Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) bidirectional charging, and V2G with DG integration. The simulation study is carried out on a detailed dynamic model of a real-life distribution system developed in DIgSILENT PowerFactory. The analysis of the obtained results highlights the need to upgrade the existing protection system for the growing presence of low-carbon technologies in Indian distribution networks.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2023 IEEE 3rd International Conference on Smart Technologies for Power, Energy and Control, STPEC 2023
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350304732
DOIs
StatePublished - 2023
Externally publishedYes
Event3rd IEEE International Conference on Smart Technologies for Power, Energy and Control, STPEC 2023 - Bhubaneswar, India
Duration: Dec 10 2023Dec 13 2023

Publication series

Name2023 IEEE 3rd International Conference on Smart Technologies for Power, Energy and Control, STPEC 2023

Conference

Conference3rd IEEE International Conference on Smart Technologies for Power, Energy and Control, STPEC 2023
Country/TerritoryIndia
CityBhubaneswar
Period12/10/2312/13/23

Keywords

  • Distributed generators
  • electric vehicles
  • grid-to-vehicle
  • short circuit power
  • vehicle-to-grid

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