Decentralized control strategies for resilient power systems using multi-agent systems

¹ Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India,
² Department of AIMLE, GRIET, Hyderabad, Telangana,India.

^* Corresponding author: navdeep.dhaliwal@lpu.co.in

Abstract

The study examines the use of Multi-Agent Systems (MAS) in decentralized control mechanisms to improve the resilience of power systems. The analysis included simulations, agent interactions, and system dynamics. The results demonstrate the durability of Generator 001 in City A, as it constantly maintains an average power production of 46.5 MW. On the other hand, Generator 002 in City B regularly generates around 29 MW. Storage Unit 003 efficiently fulfills requests by distributing 15 MW upon receiving a prompt from Generator 001. The system is notably influenced by consumer behavior, as seen by Consumer 004 in City C consistently demanding 31 MW. Significantly, when Consumer 005 is activated, it increases demand to 27.5 MW. An examination of percentage variations indicates little swings in generator outputs at peak times, underscoring their stability. Nevertheless, consumer engagement during periods of high demand results in significant surges in the need for resources. The agents demonstrate effective communication by swiftly acknowledging and fulfilling requests for extra power. The results emphasize the potential of MAS as a viable framework for effectively distributing resources and coordinating various agents. This research provides useful insights into adaptive solutions for effectively managing changing power system circumstances. It highlights the crucial role of Multi-Agent Systems (MAS) in maintaining stability, maximizing the use of resources, and meeting the developing energy needs.