OpenDSS MCP Server

Example Use Cases

• 1

  Perform power flow and hosting capacity analysis on distribution feeders using natural language.

• 2

  Optimize DER placement and run time-series simulations with automated visualization and reporting.

• 3

  Validate, compare, and batch analyze complex distribution system models with multi-file project support.

Description

OpenDSS MCP Server enables distribution planning engineers, utilities, and researchers to perform advanced power system analysis using natural language commands via Claude AI, significantly reducing study times from weeks to minutes. It offers 20 MCP tools including feeder loading, power flow analysis, DER optimization, hosting capacity, time-series simulation, and enhanced features like circuit validation, batch analysis, and multi-file project support. The server automates complex scripting, visualization, and report generation, streamlining distribution planning workflows.