Economic Load Dispatch using African Vulture Optimization Algorithm with Consideration of Valve-Point Loading

Abstract

This work presents the utilization of African Vulture Optimization Algorithm (A VOA) to solve the Economic Load Dispatch (ELD) problem. To simulate practical conditions, both transmission losses and the effect of valve-point loading were considered. The algorithm was applied to a 6-bus system, under a 600 MW and 850 MW loading condition. The results were compared to that of other optimization techniques, such as Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), Bat Algorithm (BA), and Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA). Results were analyzed in terms of best result, worst result, average value, and standard deviation. Results for the average test for both the 600 MW and 850 MW tests indicated the capability of the A VOA to produce average superiorities of up to 53.98% and 45.26% respectively. The convergence curves of the various tests indicated the capability of the A VOA to produce a superior result in a short space of time and converge quickly.