Development of distribution network model in OpenDSS using Matlab and GIS data

Abstract

Distribution networks are gaining attention in the field of the network simulation and analysis. Differences between the distribution networks are tremendous and some network upgrades require prior testing in a simulation environment using a particular network model. An automated algorithm should be used for the network building and the database error mitigation. This paper presents a Matlab algorithm, used to build simulation network model in the OpenDSS software, based on the real network database. Definition of both MV network and underlying LV networks, with all crucial network elements is done simultaneously. Validation results show, that the simulation model is similar to the real network.