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Title: SGcoSim: a co-simulation framework to explore smart grid applications.
Authors: Awad, Abdalkarim1 akarim@birzeit.edu, Abu-Issa, Abdallatif1 abuissa@birzeit.edu, Bazan, Peter2 peter.bazan@fau.de, German, Reinhard2 reinhard.german@fau.de
Source: International Journal of Electrical & Computer Engineering (2088-8708). Dec2025, Vol. 15 Issue 6, p5106-5118. 13p.
Subjects: Smart power grids, Power system simulation, Data transmission systems, Communication models, Wireless sensor networks, Hybrid computer simulation
Abstract: Under the smart grid concept, new novel applications are emerging. These applications make use of information and communication technology (ICT) to help the electrical grid run more smoothly. This paper introduces SGcoSim, a co-simulation framework that integrates power system modeling and data communication to enhance smart grid applications. The framework utilizes OpenDSS for simulating power distribution components and OMNeT++ for communication modeling, enabling real-time peer-to-peer interactions via wireless sensor network (WSN) techniques. Virtual cord protocol (VCP) is deployed for efficient routing and data management within the field area network. SGcoSim's functionality is demonstrated through two case studies: a phasor measurement unit (PMU)-based wide-area monitoring system and an integrated volt/VAR optimization with demand response (IVVO-DR) application. Results indicate significant reductions in energy consumption and power losses, highlighting the capabilities of SGcoSim. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:Under the smart grid concept, new novel applications are emerging. These applications make use of information and communication technology (ICT) to help the electrical grid run more smoothly. This paper introduces SGcoSim, a co-simulation framework that integrates power system modeling and data communication to enhance smart grid applications. The framework utilizes OpenDSS for simulating power distribution components and OMNeT++ for communication modeling, enabling real-time peer-to-peer interactions via wireless sensor network (WSN) techniques. Virtual cord protocol (VCP) is deployed for efficient routing and data management within the field area network. SGcoSim's functionality is demonstrated through two case studies: a phasor measurement unit (PMU)-based wide-area monitoring system and an integrated volt/VAR optimization with demand response (IVVO-DR) application. Results indicate significant reductions in energy consumption and power losses, highlighting the capabilities of SGcoSim. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:20888708
DOI:10.11591/ijece.v15i6.pp5106-5118