The characteristics of electric power generation, transmission and distribution in the USA are such that experts have clearly identified local distribution as the most likely component of the chain to be adversely affected by unregulated Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) charging. This paper presents a study performed to find the impact of PHEV charging on the local distribution transformer. Monte Carlo based mass simulation of highly clustered PHEVs was conducted based on statistical representations of some key factors like vehicle characteristics and vehicle usage patterns. The presented methodology may assist in determining the most suitable local/regional charging strategies for PHEVs.
Virtual PHEV fleet study based on Monte Carlo simulation
MARANO, VINCENZO;
2012-01-01
Abstract
The characteristics of electric power generation, transmission and distribution in the USA are such that experts have clearly identified local distribution as the most likely component of the chain to be adversely affected by unregulated Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) charging. This paper presents a study performed to find the impact of PHEV charging on the local distribution transformer. Monte Carlo based mass simulation of highly clustered PHEVs was conducted based on statistical representations of some key factors like vehicle characteristics and vehicle usage patterns. The presented methodology may assist in determining the most suitable local/regional charging strategies for PHEVs.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
