LOW-VOLTAGE DC MICROGRID SYSTEM FOR RURAL ELECTRIFICATION

ABSTRACT: This paper discusses the current state of DC distribution systems, how it can be beneficial to isolate solar-based Micro-Grid (MG) systems in rural areas, and how the priority- based approach can help the MGs to operate in cost-effective and reliable ways. DC distribution system holds many advantages over AC systems in such areas, where the load demand is not so high and the electricity supply through grid extension is not feasible. A direct load control-based approach can ensure a continuous supply of power to the loads with various priorities. In this paper, an experimental analysis of the DC MGs has been presented with the help of priority- based algorithms. Keywords: Demand Side Management, Distributed generation, Energy Resource, SCADA