Electricity consumer demand response and load control are playing an increasingly important role in the development of a smart grid. Smart grid load management technologies such as Grid FriendlyTM controls and real-time pricing are making their way into the conventional model of grid planning and operations. However, the behavior of load both affects, and is affected by load control strategies that are designed to support electric grid planning and operations. This chapter discussed the natural behavior of electric loads, how it interacts with various load control and demand response strategies, what the consequences are for new grid operation concepts and the computing issues these new technologies raise.
Revised: July 28, 2015 |
Published: January 1, 2013
Citation
Chassin D.P. 2013.Electrical Load Modeling and Simulation. In "High-Performance Computing in Power and Energy Systems", edited by S Khaitan and A Gupta. 281-334. Berlin:Springer.PNNL-SA-90911.