DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF EXPANDABLE MICRO-GRID CLUSTERS BASED ON THE DESIGN FRAMEWORK, GRID OF GRIDS OPTIMAL DESIGNER

Abstract

In this paper, the new concept of micro-grid called Expandable Micro-Grid Cluster (EMGC) for electricity Infrastructure and EMGC’s construction and operation support tool called Grid of Grids Optimal Designer (GGOD). EMGC is an autonomous cluster group wherein clusters can generate and consume power. Moreover, powers are transferred among clusters when clusters require powers and connected clusters possess surplus of power. GGOD supports optimal construction and operation of EMGC and the minimization of power facilities and operation costs can be calculated. Three key technologies for the realization of EMG Care discussed: geospatial facility expansion planning, and bad data detection and suppression.