A graphical measure of aggregate flexibility for energy-constrained distributed resources
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Author(s)
Evans, Michael P
Tindemans, Simon H
Angeli, David
Type
Journal Article
Abstract
We consider the problem of dispatching a fleet of heterogeneous energy storage units to provide grid support. Under the restriction that recharging is not possible during the time frame of interest, we develop an aggregate measure of fleet flexibility with an intuitive graphical interpretation. This analytical expression summarises the full set of demand traces that the fleet can satisfy, and can be used for immediate and straightforward determination of the feasibility of any service request. This representation therefore facilitates a wide range of capability assessments, such as flexibility comparisons between fleets or the determination of a fleet’s ability to deliver ancillary services. Examples are shown of applications to fleet flexibility comparisons, signal feasibility assessment and the optimisation of ancillary service provision.
Date Issued
2020-01
Date Acceptance
2019-05-16
Citation
IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, 2020, 11 (1), pp.106-117
ISSN
1949-3061
Publisher
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Start Page
106
End Page
117
Journal / Book Title
IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid
Volume
11
Issue
1
Copyright Statement
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Subjects
math.OC
math.OC
cs.SY
0906 Electrical and Electronic Engineering
0915 Interdisciplinary Engineering
Publication Status
Published
Date Publish Online
2019-05-21