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Comparative Study and Review of Methods and Tools for Co-Simulation of Power Systems and Communication Networks in Smart Grids
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| With the expansion of smart power grids, the need for integrated analysis and design between power systems and communication infrastructures has become increasingly important. Co-simulation, as an effective approach for studying the behavior of cyber–physical power networks, enables detailed examination of the interactions between power and ICT systems. In this paper, through a comparative approach, the concepts, requirements, synchronization methods, and key tools of co-simulation are reviewed and analyzed. A comparison of prominent frameworks such as HELICS, Mosaik, FNCS, and INSPIRE indicates that the fundamental differences between continuous models in the power domain and event-driven models in the communication domain play a decisive role in the accuracy and efficiency of results. Moreover, application examples at the digital substation level highlight the importance of communication delays and packet losses in protective performance. Finally, recommendations are provided for localization of tools, development of real-time interfaces, and automation of model construction based on IEC 61850 standard files. The results of this study fill the gap in domestic research, pave the way for developing co-simulation platforms in Iran’s power industry, and contribute to enhancing the resilience, efficiency, and security of smart grids. |
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| Keywords: Co-simulation, Smart power grid, Cyber–physical systems, Time synchronization, ICT in the power industry |
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Type of Study: Scientific-extension |
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Received: 2026/05/10 | Accepted: 2026/03/16 | Published: 2026/03/16
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