The application of combinatorial optimization by Genetic Algorithm and Neural Network

A optimization model of sizing the storage section in a renewable power generation system was set up, and two methods were used to solve the model: genetic algorithm or combinatorial optimization by genetic algorithm and neural network. The system includes the photovoltaic arrays, the lead-acid battery and a flywheel. The optimal sizing can be considered as a constrained optimization problem: minimization the total capacity of energy storage system, subject to the main constraint of the loss of power supply probability (LPSP). Both of the two optimal algorithm got good results. We can see that, combinatorial optimization by genetic algorithm and neural network can lessen the calculation time, with the results change little.