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Explore large-scale optimization techniques specifically designed for power systems in this comprehensive lecture delivered by Professor Andreas Wätcher from Northwestern University. Delve into advanced mathematical optimization methods and their practical applications in electrical power system operations, planning, and control. Learn how to formulate and solve complex optimization problems that arise in modern power grids, including economic dispatch, optimal power flow, unit commitment, and transmission planning. Discover computational strategies for handling the massive scale and complexity inherent in power system optimization, including decomposition methods, parallel computing approaches, and specialized algorithms. Examine real-world case studies that demonstrate the implementation of these optimization techniques in actual power system operations. Gain insights into the challenges of integrating renewable energy sources, managing grid stability, and optimizing system reliability through mathematical optimization frameworks. Understand the theoretical foundations underlying large-scale optimization while focusing on their practical relevance to power system engineering and operations research.
Syllabus
Andreas Wachter - 2025 LORER Summer School
Taught by
GERAD Research Center