opendss

name	opendss
description	Progressive-disclosure workflow for OpenDSS feeder studies. Use when the user asks to compile a DSS model, solve a distribution circuit, inspect feeder voltages or power, run load multipliers, or perform daily or harmonic studies through PowerMCP, with base-case checks before advanced scenarios.

OpenDSS workflow

Start with a solved feeder. Do not jump to daily or harmonic studies until the base feeder compiles and the voltage profile is understood.

Default tool ladder

1. compile_and_solve(dss_file) to load and solve the circuit.
2. get_total_power() and get_bus_voltages() to confirm the base operating point.
3. set_load_multiplier(load_mult) for simple scenario sweeps.
4. run_daily_energy_meter(meter_name, hours) for daily feeder behavior.
5. get_harmonic_results(load_name, harmonic) only after the harmonic question is well scoped.

Working rules

• Fix compile or solve errors before any scenario analysis.
• For voltage issues, inspect the weak buses first and then use voltage-violation-mitigation.
• Separate load-growth screening from harmonic analysis; they answer different questions.
• Keep feeder, meter, and load names explicit in the response.

Deliver

• The compiled feeder and base-case status.
• The voltage or power quantities checked.
• Any scenario result and whether mitigation is needed.