Smart Power Distribution Systems and the Integration of Distributed Energy Resources to Power Systems

Dear Colleagues,

I am pleased to announce this Special Issue on the Smart Power Distribution Systems and the Integration of Distributed Energy Resources to Power Systems. Globally, the grid connection of distributed energy resources (DER) is increasing. When DER are connected to a distribution system, various problems might arise in terms of system operation, such as scheduling, power quality, protection, reliability, and power flow. The reliability requirements for electric power supplies are also increasing as a result of the increase in sensitive loads and power demands. This Special Issue will collect research that addresses challenges and countermeasures related to the aforementioned issues. We welcome research dealing with smart distribution systems and the integration of DER in distribution systems. In this Special Issue, we invite original and unpublished research work in areas including (but not limited to) the following:

• Application of artificial intelligence, IoT, big data technology
• Distribution system protection
• Distribution system analysis and operation
• Distributed energy resources
• Energy storage system
• Energy management
• Load forecasting
• Power quality
• Power system transients
• Reliability
• Smart grid

Prof. Dr. Hun-Chul Seo
Guest Editor

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