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To ensure a safe and trustworthy pattern in contradiction to the possible faults, a precise, reliable, and fast relaying strategy is of high importance in an electrical power system. These challenges give the impression of being more refined in multi-loop distribution systems. More recently, overcurrent relays (OCRs) have evolved as proficient coun...

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... DOPRs coordination problem under scattered generation penetration is addressed in [20]. Some natureinspired algorithms, such as Imperialistic Competition Algorithm (ICA) [21], teaching learning-based optimization (TLBO) [22], Group Search Optimization (GSO) [23], Improved Group Search Optimization (IGSO) [23], gray wolf optimization (GWO) [24], whale optimization (WWO) [25], root tree algorithm (RTA) [26], Analytic Process (AP) [27], and Harmony Search (HS) [28], Backtracking Search Algorithm (BSA) [29], Gravitational Search Algorithm (GSA) [30], modified electromagnetic field optimization [31], Jaya Algorithm (JA) [32], Hybrid Improved Invasive Weed Optimization (HIIWO) [33] are used to solve the coordination problem of DOPRs. These optimization techniques took more computational time for the exploration of the search space and exploitation of the best solutions. ...
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... Different versions of nature-inspired optimization, such as JAYA and whale optimization, were used by the authors of [6][7][8][9] in order to address the DOCR coordination issue that was present inside the electrical power network. The DOCR design created in [10,11] was the most optimal one in terms of the physical and logical changes that were made to the layout of the system. ...
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... This was mainly due to the substantial number of iterations required to identify suitable relay settings [3]. The optimization of coordinating OCRs in distribution networks with both single-loop and multi-loop structures has been regarded as a matter of optimization [4]. Various optimization techniques, including both conventional methods and heuristic approaches, have been utilized to calculate the optimal time dial and pick-up current settings for the DOCRs. ...
... By utilizing (3) [4][5][6] , it is possible to ascertain the maximum and minimum values for a relay's time-multiplier setting, represented as TMS i,min and TMS i,max , respectively. The specified values for these variables are 0.01 and 1.1 s, respectively. ...
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In recent years, with the growing popularity of smart microgrids in distribution networks, the effective coordination of directional overcurrent relays (DOCRs) has presented a significant challenge for power system operators due to the intricate and nonlinear nature of their optimization model. Hence, this study proposes a hybrid GA-SQP algorithm to enhance the coordination of directional overcurrent relays (DOCRs) in radial and non-radial interconnected distributed power networks. The proposed approach combines the advantages of both the genetic algorithm (GA) and sequential quadratic programming (SQP) methods to optimize the objective function of relay coordination in the best manner. Thus, the proposed hybrid techniques improved the convergence of the problem and increased the likelihood of obtaining a globally optimal solution. Finally, to validate the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm, it was tested through three case studies involving the IEEE 3-Bus, 8-Bus, and modified 30-Bus distribution networks. In addition, the results were compared to those obtained using previous methods. The results obtained from the comparison of the proposed method and recent advanced research indicate that the proposed optimization approach is preeminent in terms of accuracy and total operating time as well as the continuity of the minimum margin time requirements between the primary/backup relay pairs.
... The technique is very affective in finding the global optimum values with robustness and better convergence as compared to other state of the art algorithms. In [34], JAYA algorithm is applied to solve the optimal coordination problems of OCRs in single and multi-loop distribution networks with the advantages of converging to the global optimum values with less number of iterations and computational time. In [35], the optimal coordination problems of DOCRS is solved using the whale optimization algorithm (WOA). ...
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... The learning factor and acceleration coefficient are employed for the initialization of other optimization approaches because they call for a scaling factor and crossover elements. So far as ignoring the effort of altering constraints and shortening the time needed for the optimization process are concerned, the JA and A-JA computation has a crucial advantage [35]. The goal of this work is to improve the algorithm for solving DTCTP. ...
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... The JA is used to solve node localization problems because it is a parameter-free and less complex algorithm. It also provides better results in other fields like power maximization [28], single and multi-loop distribution systems [29] etc. ...
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... solve a variety of engineering challenges [30,31], and its principle is explained in the flowchart (Fig. 4). Let the objective function (x) be minimized or maximized according to the problem. ...
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... An improved algorithm for AC impedance extraction was used in [5]. Hybridization of particle swam optimization (HPSO) [6], grey wolf optimization [7], Marine Predator Algorithm [8], Harris Hawk Optimization (HHO) [9], jaya algorithm [10][11], whale optimization [12][13], and root tree algorithm [14] are utilised for optimum DOPR coordination and settings. A bio-inspired rooted tree algorithm [15] for optimal coordination of overcurrent relays. ...
... The JAYA algorithm, with the primary goal of avoiding the worst outcome, was initially envisioned by Rao [26][27][28]. It is an algorithm-specific parameter-less method. ...
... This inclination represents the Sanskrit word JAYA, which symbolizes triumph [29]. Figure 2 depicts the flow diagram of the Jaya algorithm [26][27][28][29][30]. ...
... Flow chart of JAYA algorithm[26][27][28][29][30]. ...
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... e algorithm attempts to achieve victory by achieving accomplishments which are used for discovering an optimal solution. e Jaya optimisation algorithm has been applied to solve distribution systems [11], optimisation of thermal devices [12], solve linear power systems to an interconnection [13], and economic load dispatch optimisation problems [14]. e objective of this study is to find the feed among forage and browse legumes that gives the maximum profit to a smallholder dairy farmer. ...
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