Efficient Evaluation of Short-Circuit Faults in Active Distribution Networks

Short-circuit problems in unbalanced radial distribution networks have become more common as a result of distributed generation connectivity and smart grid advancements. An accurate and effective strategy for assessing these faults due to short circuits is presented in this study. In contrast to traditional methods, this approach uses relationship matrices that are created expressly to take use of distribution network's radial characteristics. Through the examination of variations in bus voltages, bus current injections, and branch currents during fault conditions, the suggested method formulates the analysis of various fault types. The accuracy of developed method has been validated on IEEE-123 bus modified test network by comparing the obtained results with PSCAD/EMTDC simulation results.