Review of Power Distribution Network Planning

Abstract

The models, planning methods and solution algorithms for distribution network are summarized.The models for distribution network planning are divided into two categories, i.e., the earlier models and the later models.The earlier models describe common features of distribution network planning models, including substation planning models, network planning models, substation-network joint-planning models and multi-stage planning models;based on the earlier models, the later models research the development of planning models in different aspects, including the complication of models, the impacts of geographic information system(GIS) and the ideologies of distributed power supply and reliability management.According to the features of distribution network planning models, corresponding planning methods, including multi-objective, multi-stage and uncertainty planning methods, are analyzed, the advantages of disadvantages as well as the applicability of these solution algorithms are dissertated.Finally, the research trend of distribution network planning in future is pointed out.