Local Versus Centralized Charging Strategies for Electric Vehicles in Low Voltage Distribution Systems

摘要: Controlled charging of electric vehicles offers a potential solution to accommodating large numbers such on existing distribution networks without the need for widespread upgrading network infrastructure. Here, local control technique is proposed whereby individual vehicle units attempt maximise their own rate while maintaining conditions within acceptable limits. Simulations are performed demonstrate benefits test network. The results method also compared those from centralized EV controlled by central controller. paper outlines advantages and disadvantages both strategies in terms capacity utilization total energy delivered EVs.