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An Optimal Operation Method for Parallel Hydropower Systems Combining Reservoir Level Control and Power Distribution

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  • Xinyu Wu

    (Dalian University of Technology)

  • Yuan Lei

    (Dalian University of Technology)

  • Chuntian Cheng

    (Dalian University of Technology)

  • Qilin Ying

    (LuYuan Hydropower Company of Northeast Branch of State Grid Corporation of China)

Abstract

Parallel hydropower systems encounter a high risk of spillage in flood periods. Therefore, controlling spillage should be considered when hydropower systems increase power generation and satisfy power grid demand. To meet multiple operation targets, an effective operation method needs to precisely control the reservoir level and quickly adjust the power schedule based on real-time load changes. In this paper, an optimal operation method for parallel hydropower systems combining reservoir level control and power distribution is proposed. The method generates reservoir level control rules using a multi-objective simulation method for no gird demands operation. It obtains a power distribution schedule considering spill risk and non-storage losses for gird demands. Taking a parallel system in southwest China as an example, the results show that the method can produce an annual power generation of 55.2 billion kWh, which is a 6.1% improvement compared to regular method. Moreover, it can precisely control the daily water level and quickly adjust power distribution. It can be applied to parallel systems and has favorable results in power generation, peak shaving, and especially spillage reduction.

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  • Xinyu Wu & Yuan Lei & Chuntian Cheng & Qilin Ying, 2023. "An Optimal Operation Method for Parallel Hydropower Systems Combining Reservoir Level Control and Power Distribution," Water Resources Management: An International Journal, Published for the European Water Resources Association (EWRA), Springer;European Water Resources Association (EWRA), vol. 37(4), pages 1729-1745, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:waterr:v:37:y:2023:i:4:d:10.1007_s11269-023-03451-x
    DOI: 10.1007/s11269-023-03451-x
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