Publications

@inproceedings{4441648,

title = {On - line generation of synthetic information on voltage stability margins},

author = {Lucarella, D. and Massucco, S. and Silvestro, F. and Vimercati, G.},

year  = {2007},

date = {2007-01-01},

booktitle = {Intelligent Systems Applications to Power Systems, 2007. ISAP 2007. International Conference on},

pages = {1 -6},

abstract = {In operational practice power system security analyses are usually conducted with respect to "credible" contingencies, such as almost all N-l contingencies and some N-2 contingencies suggested by operational experience. Moreover it is normally conducted in an off-line approach. The paper presents an extensive analysis performed on a realistic network representative of the Italian HV grid by means of a Dynamic Security Assessment (DSA) application tool. The paper is aimed at proposing some improvements for the DSA tool through an integration between the original simulator environment and MATLAB functions, used to automatically generate different scenarios to be processed. The goal of this study is to analyze different scenarios and investigate the possibility to correlate some network parameters (such as reactive margins, voltages, etc.) to the Voltage Stability margin provided by a DSA tool.},

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@inproceedings{grillo2006,

title = {Applicazione della metodologia della continuazione numerica per la determinazione di biforcazioni locali e caos nei sistemi elettrici per l'energia},

author = {S. GRILLO and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and A. PITTO and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2006},

date = {2006-01-01},

booktitle = {-},

pages = {1--10},

address = {Capri, Italia},

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@inproceedings{massucco2006,

title = {Monitoraggio del carico in tempo reale: strumento per il controllo delle risorse distribuite},

author = {S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2006},

date = {2006-01-01},

booktitle = {-},

pages = {1--6},

publisher = {AEIT Milano},

address = {Capri, Italia},

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@inproceedings{massucco2006-2,

title = {Distributed Generation and Load Monitoring/Control Through Advanced Metering},

author = {S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2006},

date = {2006-01-01},

booktitle = {-},

pages = {1--6},

address = {Copenhagen, Denmark},

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@inproceedings{bertani2006,

title = {Management of Low Voltage Grid with High Penetration of Distributed Generation: concepts, implementations and experiments.},

author = {A. BERTANI and A. BORGHETTI and C.A. NUCCI and M. PAOLONE and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and F. SILVESTRO and L. DE BIASE and E. QUAIA},

year  = {2006},

date = {2006-01-01},

booktitle = {-},

pages = {1--8},

publisher = {CIGRE'},

address = {Parigi (Francia)},

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@inproceedings{4202275,

title = {ANN Application For On-Line Power System Security Assessment},

author = {Alessandri, A. and Grillo, S. and Massucco, S. and Silvestro, F. and Vimercati, G.},

year  = {2006},

date = {2006-01-01},

booktitle = {Probabilistic Methods Applied to Power Systems, 2006. PMAPS 2006. International Conference on},

pages = {1 -6},

abstract = {The paper presents the preliminary results of an on-going research activity concerning the application of ANN (artificial neural network) for on-line identification of potential harmful states in power systems (contingency screening). The necessity of on-line static security assessment with a good degree of confidence and the evaluation of indices for successive indications to power system operators of possible remedial actions is deeply felt in the new context of liberalized electrical energy markets. The paper addresses primarily the use of ANN for contingency screening. It describes and reports the activity for choosing the most suitable ANN structure and training the ANN for a realistic power system. The chosen ANNs are then trained and used to assess the security state of a larger power system representing an equivalent model of the Italian HV grid},

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@inproceedings{4076070,

title = {An innovative pluralistic Load-Frequency Control scheme for the power flow control along corridors on the Italian border},

author = {Bruno, C. and Massucco, S. and Pitto, A. and Pozzi, M. and Sforna, M. and Silvestro, F.},

year  = {2006},

date = {2006-01-01},

booktitle = {Power Systems Conference and Exposition, 2006. PSCE '06. 2006 IEEE PES},

pages = {2166 -2173},

abstract = {The need to realize LFC control schemes which consider the conditions imposed by the electricity market and which allow the preventive and corrective resolution of power flow overloads leads to the analysis of new solutions which increase the effectiveness and the flexibility of the relevant control functions. The classical centralized LFC controller regulates the power exchanges through the border and the frequency at predefined values, but it does not allow to solve possible overflows on single lines or on defined sections. This paper is aimed at describing an innovative LFC control scheme based on virtual control areas. Its goal is to limit the power flows on adequate sections below a predefined value. As an application example, the situation on the Italian border is presented and commented},

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@inproceedings{cirio2005,

title = {Application of an Advanced Transient stability assessment and control method to a realistic power system},

author = {D. CIRIO and D. ERNST and D. LUCARELLA and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and F. SILVESTRO and M. PAVELLA and G. VIMERCATI and L. WEHENKEL},

year  = {2005},

date = {2005-01-01},

booktitle = {-},

pages = {1--8},

address = {Liege, Belgium},

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@inproceedings{4524726,

title = {Bidding strategy selection in a day-ahead electricity auction system},

author = {Borghetti, A. and Silvestro, F. and Massucco, S. and Meini, L. and Nucci, C.A. and Paolone, M.},

year  = {2005},

date = {2005-01-01},

booktitle = {Power Tech, 2005 IEEE Russia},

pages = {1 -7},

abstract = {The paper focuses on bidding selection mechanisms based both on offer price and electricity-quantity strategies. The aim of the paper is to present a procedure that allows the use of both game theory and of detailed cost-based unit-commitment computer codes. The procedure is conceived in a way to be as much as possible independent of the specific market rules. The results of a preliminary analysis are shown, concerning simple test cases that incorporate some distinctive characteristics of electricity markets and power plants.},

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@inproceedings{5427924,

title = {Information requirements and methods for characterising distributed generation},

author = {Foote, C. E. T. and Ault, G. W. and Burt, G. M. and McDonald, J. R. and Silvestro, F.},

year  = {2005},

date = {2005-01-01},

booktitle = {Electricity Distribution, 2005. CIRED 2005. 18th International Conference and Exhibition on},

pages = {1 -5},

abstract = {Distributed generation (DG) poses new challenges in distribution network development and operation. Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) will face more active management of networks, new commercial arrangements, and new challenges in asset management. Resolving these will require new types of analysis that were previously unnecessary or very rare. Collecting and processing information to facilitate these analyses presents a significant new burden for DNOs. However, methods are available that may assist DNOs in the collection of information. Three such methods are discussed here: a structured approach to fundamental information requirements; standard formats; and generic device types or category descriptions. Examples are provided of how DNOs would use the information collected to analyse DG connection and operation. Effective management of information will enable DNOs to characterise DG and perform the analyses necessary to ensure that a reliable and high-quality electricity supply is maintained.},

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@inproceedings{1489542,

title = {Advanced load-shedding methodology and architecture for normal and emergency operation of the Italian power system},

author = {Giannuzzi, G. and Lucarella, D. and Massucco, S. and Pozzi, M. and Sforna, M. and Silvestro, F.},

year  = {2005},

date = {2005-01-01},

booktitle = {Power Engineering Society General Meeting, 2005. IEEE},

pages = {1563 - 1569 Vol. 2},

abstract = {The paper presents the actual situation and the on-going development concerning load participation to power system security in Italy. It is intended as a contribution to a panel session organized by the Fast-Acting Load Control for System and Price Stability Task Force of the IEEE Power System Dynamic Performance Committee. The architecture of an integrated system for security control aimed at fronting alert and emergency situations and at implementing preventive control actions by means of load control is presented. Some operating experiences on load-shedding by interruptible loads for normal and emergency operation of the Italian power system are reported.},

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@inproceedings{5427981,

title = {Combined use of simulation and test site electrical networks for assessing and evaluating Distributed Generation possibilities and performances},

author = {Bertani, A. and Bossi, C. and Fornari, F. and Massucco, S. and Morini, A. and Silvestro, F.},

year  = {2005},

date = {2005-01-01},

booktitle = {Electricity Distribution, 2005. CIRED 2005. 18th International Conference and Exhibition on},

pages = {1 -6},

abstract = {The paper presents the results of on-going activities related to National and International Research Projects aimed at analyzing the perspectives for Distributed Generation (DG) in Regional and Local Electrical systems. An overview of possible distribution networks for subsequent analysis of DG impact on their operation is reported with reference to three typologies: rural, urban and a test facility network. Results concerning static and dynamic issues related to modelling and simulation of a micro-turbine generator included in the test facility network are reported.},

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@inproceedings{massucco2004,

title = {Il controllo del carico: potenziale contributo alla sicurezza e all'economia nella gestione del sistema elettrico},

author = {S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and P. SCALERA and F. SILVESTRO and D. CIRIO and G. DEMARTINI},

year  = {2004},

date = {2004-01-01},

booktitle = {-},

pages = {1--6},

address = {Pisa, Italia},

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@inproceedings{fornari2004,

title = {Il progetto GDLINK: un contributo all'analisi delle prospettive per il controllo della generazione distribuita},

author = {F. FORNARI and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2004},

date = {2004-01-01},

booktitle = {-},

pages = {1--6},

address = {Milano, Italia},

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@inproceedings{cirio2004,

title = {Load as a Potential Contributor to Security Control and Economy Management in Liberalized Power Systems},

author = {D. CIRIO and G. DEMARTINI and G. VIMERCATI and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and P. SCALERA and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2004},

date = {2004-01-01},

booktitle = {-},

pages = {295--302},

address = {Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy},

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@inproceedings{cirio2004-1,

title = {Integrated simulation tools for electric power system security assessment},

author = {D. CIRIO and G. DEMARTINI and M. SALVETTI and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2004},

date = {2004-01-01},

booktitle = {-},

pages = {1--6},

address = {Paris, France},

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@inproceedings{1378714,

title = {Electricity market strategy characterisation with fuzzy logic: application to different types of power plants},

author = {Massucco, S. and Meini, L. and Silvestro, F. and Burt, G. and Galloway, S. and McDonald, J. and Siewierski, T.},

year  = {2004},

date = {2004-01-01},

booktitle = {Probabilistic Methods Applied to Power Systems, 2004 International Conference on},

pages = {356 - 361},

abstract = {In the last decade many countries have gone through liberalisation of their electricity industries. In many instances this has seen a move towards increased competition with market forces left to determine price. The resultant changes to market structure affect both electricity market participation and the operation of the power systems requiring a whole range of new issues to be addressed. This paper proposes an electricity market oriented tool that creates bidding strategies in a competitive market environment by combining fuzzy logic and deterministic approaches. In this way the technical, economic and behavioural decision making process of a generation based market participant is considered. The proposed model can be accommodated by both a power exchange and a balancing market The results obtained for different types of plants have been compared with actual market results for a representative combined cycle gas turbine plant (CCGT).},

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@inproceedings{cirio2003,

title = {Load Control for Improving System Security and Economics},

author = {D. CIRIO and G. DEMARTINI and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and P. SCALERA and F. SILVESTRO and G. VIMERCATI},

year  = {2003},

date = {2003-01-01},

booktitle = {Proceedings of the IEEE Conference POWER TECH 2003.},

pages = {1--6},

publisher = {IEEE},

address = {Bologna},

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@inproceedings{a.2003,

title = {Electrical Energy Distribution Networks: actual situation and perspectives for Distributed Generation},

author = {A. BERTANI and C. BOSSI and B. DELFINO and N. LEWALD and S. MASSUCCO and E. METTEN and T. MEYER and SILVESTRO F. and I. WASIAK},

year  = {2003},

date = {2003-01-01},

booktitle = {CIRED 2003},

pages = {1--4},

publisher = {IEE},

address = {Barcellona},

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@inproceedings{cirio2002,

title = {Power System management in alert conditions: an expert system approach},

author = {D. CIRIO and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and P. SCALERA and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2002},

date = {2002-01-01},

booktitle = {3rd Mediterranean Conference and Exibition on Power Generation, Transmission, Distribution and Energy Conversion},

pages = {168--168},

address = {Athens, Greece},

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@inproceedings{cirio2002-1,

title = {Load response versus generation response during system operation and contingencies},

author = {D. CIRIO and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and P. SCALERA and F. SILVESTRO and G. DEMARTINI and G. VIMERCATI},

year  = {2002},

date = {2002-01-01},

booktitle = {IEEE MEPS 2002},

pages = {1--6},

address = {Wroclaw, Poland},

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@inproceedings{casamatta2001,

title = {A Decision Support System for Preventing Power System degradation into Emergency Conditions},

author = {F. CASAMATTA and D. CIRIO and G. DEMARTINI and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and L. POLESE and R. SALVATI and P. SCARPELLINI and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2001},

date = {2001-01-01},

booktitle = {ISAP 2001 -- Intelligent System Applications to Power Systems},

pages = {309--314},

address = {Budapest, Hungary},

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@inproceedings{aresi2001,

title = {An ANN application for fast power system transient stability assessment},

author = {R. ARESI and D. CIRIO and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2001},

date = {2001-01-01},

booktitle = {EANN 2001 -- International Conference on Engineering Applications of Neural Networks},

pages = {1--6},

address = {Cagliari, Italy},

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pubstate = {published},

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@inproceedings{970031,

title = {Implementation and comparison of different under frequency load-shedding schemes},

author = {Delfino, B. and Massucco, S. and Morini, A. and Scalera, P. and Silvestro, F.},

year  = {2001},

date = {2001-01-01},

booktitle = {Power Engineering Society Summer Meeting, 2001. IEEE},

volume = {1},

pages = {307 -312 vol.1},

abstract = {In the context of power system restructuring, the maintaining of adequate levels of security and reliability will be operated also through direct load control, thus considering load as the potential provider of ancillary services such as regulation, load-following, frequency responsive spinning reserve. In any case load-shedding still remains the ultimate resource for emergency conditions. In the paper several load-shedding schemes for underfrequency operation are examined. Both traditional schemes, based only on frequency thresholds, and adaptive schemes, based on frequency and on its rate of change, are considered. An IEEE test system for reliability analysis is used to compare the behavior of the proposed schemes when selecting different thresholds and percentages of load to be disconnected. Results are reported into detail and considerations on possible advantages and drawbacks also related to the framework provided by the electricity market are presented},

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@inproceedings{970111,

title = {Model validation and coordinated operation of a photovoltaic array and a diesel power plant for distributed generation},

author = {Canever, D. and Dudgeon, G.J.W. and Massucco, S. and McDonald, J.R. and Silvestro, F.},

year  = {2001},

date = {2001-01-01},

booktitle = {Power Engineering Society Summer Meeting, 2001. IEEE},

volume = {1},

pages = {626 -631 vol.1},

abstract = {The tendency in the industrialized countries to significantly improve the contribution of distributed generation in the existing electrical networks poses new technical and economical challenges to power system control and management. Coordination of distributed resources for the control of active power is addressed in this paper. The models of two typical distributed electrical sources-a photovoltaic array (PV) and a diesel-driven generation plant (DPP)-are first individually derived and examined. Successively these models have been adapted in view of their reciprocal integration into an existing distribution network. A coordinated management of the two distributed sources is suggested in order to fully exploit the PV renewable energy from the Sun. A suitable regulator is derived from secondary control structures typical of large electrical systems by using a power signal exchanged between the two sources. Other possible consequences of this approach are presented with reference to a competitive electric market},

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@inproceedings{aresi2000,

title = {Dynamic Behavior of an Industrial Power System under Severe Islanding Operation},

author = {R. ARESI and D. CIRIO and S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {2000},

date = {2000-01-01},

booktitle = {International Symposium on ``Electric Power Engineering at the beginning of the Third Millennium''},

pages = {22--37},

address = {Capri, Italy},

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pubstate = {published},

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@inproceedings{882633,

title = {Operation and management of the electric system for industrial plants: an expert system prototype for load-shedding operator assistance},

author = {Delfino, B. and Croce, F. and Fazzini, P.A. and Massucco, S. and Morini, A. and Silvestro, F. and Sivieri, M.},

year  = {2000},

date = {2000-01-01},

booktitle = {Industry Applications Conference, 2000. Conference Record of the 2000 IEEE},

volume = {5},

pages = {3260 -3267 vol.5},

abstract = {The present paper presents the analysis carried out for designing and developing a prototype expert system capable of managing the electrical system of an industrial plant. The electric network of the plant, including significant generation facilities of the gas turbine and steam turbine type, is presented. The modeling phase of the system for successive analysis by simulation using a commercial power system code is also reported. After a short recall of the engineering aspects of the load-shedding problem, the guidelines for the realization of a load-shedding scheme for industrial electrical plants based also on advanced artificial intelligence tools such as expert systems are proposed. The use of a prototype rule-based expert system is expected to permit the achievement of a better flexibility in the realization of load-shedding schemes capable of improving the process continuity and management},

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@inproceedings{massucco1999,

title = {Metodologie di distacco carico per impianti industriali basate su sistemi esperti},

author = {S. MASSUCCO and A. MORINI and F. SILVESTRO},

year  = {1999},

date = {1999-01-01},

booktitle = {AUTOMAZIONE '99},

pages = {447--456},

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