A Simple Graphical Algorithm for Feeder Reconfiguration and Service Restoration of Distribution Networks

Abstract

The present article proposes a simple method called kruskal‟s algorithm, to solve the distribution feeder reconfiguration problem for loss reduction and service restoration. The method is suggested for very simple feeder reconfiguration and does not involve any mathematical expressions. The test results reveal that the proposed method yields optimal configuration with reduced computation burden and a better restoration plan.