Design of large rural low-voltage networks using dynamic programming optimization

The purpose of this paper is to establish algorithms in the design of rural low-voltage (LV) distribution networks. Planning of rural LV distribution networks involves the optimal design of radial configuration and location of MV/LV substations considering cost functions. In this work both goals are considered by taking into account different conductors, voltage drop constraints, power losses in lines and deterministic loads. The algorithms developed in this paper are based on dynamic programming; and were implemented on large-scale rural LV distribution networks, but they could also be used for other network optimization