摘要

The aim of this study is to present a new comprehensive solution for maintenance scheduling of power generating units in deregulated environments by applying an annual independent market. The solution was obtained by using a Genetic Algorithm (GA) and a Monte-Carlo Simulation (MCS). In a deregulated environment, each Generation Company (GENCO) desires to optimize its payoffs, whereas an Independent System Operator (ISO) has its reliability solicitudes. In general, the two points of view create many problems. Therefore, we propose a method based on a GA for maintenance scheduling. In this method, GENCOs set their strategies to participate in an Annual Maintenance Market (AMM) by considering load uncertainties, fuel contracts and the behaviors of other companies. On the other hand, the ISO manages the AMM based on reliability and offers incentives/penalties for companies relying on its policy through MCS. To evaluate the accuracy and applicability of our solution for maintenance scheduling of power generation units, an IEEE-118 bus test system was studied.

  • 出版日期2010