An Enhanced Continuation Power Flow Method Using Hybrid Parameterization

Abstract

The rapid integration of renewable energy sources and the increasing complexity of modern power systems urge the development of advanced methods for ensuring power system stability. This paper presents a novel continuation power flow (CPF) method that combines two well-known parameterization techniques: natural parameterization and arc-length parameterization. The proposed hybrid approach significantly improves computational efficiency, reducing processing time by 32.76% compared to conventional methods while maintaining high accuracy. The method enables faster and more reliable stability assessments by efficiently managing the complexities and uncertainties, particularly in grids with high penetration of renewable energy.