Saudi Journal of Engineering and Technology (SJEAT)
Volume-4 | Issue-05 | 185-191
Original Research Article
Tracing of Power Using Bialek's Tracing Method
Shikhar Dhami, Dr. Shree Raj Shakya
Published : May 12, 2019
Abstract
Transmission lines are equally as important as power generation plants for developing the energy sector of any country.
In the case of electricity transmission system, economic efficiency implies promoting an optimal utilization of existing
network, placing of new generations and promoting addition of loads where the maximum efficiency is envisaged and
promoting transmission investments. These characteristics require that the transmission networks that pertain to each
transaction must be identified and their costs properly allocated among users based on ARR (Annual Revenue
Requirement). In case of developing countries like Nepal where the energy resources are yet to be utilized and huge
investments are attracted to build the infrastructures for energy sectors, inviting ample investments and the cost recovery
of transmission line becomes challenging. In order to evaluate the wheeling charge of the transmission line, various
methodologies have been adapted in different countries. In this view tracing the flow of electricity has gain significance
as its solution helps in evaluating fair and transparent tariff. Electricity tracing methods would make it possible to charge
the consumers and/or generators on the base of actual transmission capacity used. This paper focuses on electricity
tracing using Bialekās tracing algorithm. Case study carried out using an IEEE 14-bus with additional two bus to replicate
the radial network of a transmission system.