Event based Reduction of Power Fluctuation using Cyber-Physical Control-Communication Network in Smart Grids

Integration of Information and Communication (ICT) technologies with power flow management and control to support varying load demand is the hallmark of advanced power networks such as smart grids. Issues arising due to the complexity of these systems can be potentially solved by designing control-communication algorithms based on the information available at any instant of time. This paper presents a unique approach for optimized control of a smart grid considering its hybrid and complex nature. The developed technique uses a cyber-physical network controlling the system having different operating states under different operating conditions. This communication based hybrid control algorithm reduces the output power fluctuations in the events of changing dynamics. The information related to power quality is updated to the operator through a feedback mechanism in order to meet desirable efficiency, reliability and safety standards.