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Thermodynamics
Dmitriy N. Karamov, Ilya M. Minarchenko, Anton Kolosnitsyn, Nikita Pavlov
Summary: This paper presents a methodology for optimizing the installed capacity of autonomous photovoltaic systems under energy service contracting, considering different types of solar panels. The results show that under this type of contract, the profit for the energy service company can reach hundreds of thousands of dollars, and the methodology can be applied worldwide.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jihun Jung, Keon Baek, Eunjung Lee, Woong Ko, Jinho Kim
Summary: Various incentive schemes are being implemented to improve the economic return of distributed energy resources. This study focuses on optimal capacity design and operations of photovoltaic power generation and energy storage systems. By analyzing the operating environments and benefit structures of renewable energy systems, key policy variables are derived to aid decision-making for long-term perspectives.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Marcos Tostado-Veliz, Hany M. Hasanien, Rania A. Turky, Yasser O. Assolami, David Vera, Francisco Jurado
Summary: Energy storage is crucial for decarbonizing the electricity sector, especially in residential installations. Home energy management applications play a vital role in enabling active control of appliances and storage systems to achieve efficient energy utilization. However, the emergence of renewable generators and electric vehicles poses challenges due to uncertainties in residential asset operation. This paper introduces a novel home energy management tool that addresses these uncertainties by using a Lexicographic-Interval formulation and prioritizing the impact of random parameters. A benchmark case study validates the proposed tool and demonstrates its ability to handle different tariffs.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yubo Wang, Zhenhua Quan, Yaohua Zhao, Lincheng Wang, Zichu Liu
Summary: A novel solar-air source heat pump system is proposed to efficiently and stably supply heat in the cold area of North China by using the latent heat of water in the ice tank as the main low-temperature heat source, complemented by solar energy and outdoor air. The system can also be used for cooling in summer, and combined with night energy storage to minimize building operation energy consumption and cost. The optimized system shows efficient operation under extreme weather conditions and a dynamic investment payback period of 3.86 years, presenting a promising way to meet building energy supply in cold areas.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Florian Maranghi, Louis Gosselin, Jasmin Raymond, Martin Bourbonnais
Summary: Many subarctic communities heavily rely on fossil fuels for energy, but solar-assisted ground-coupled heat pumps (SAGCHP) can integrate renewable energy sources. However, it is unclear how such systems would operate in the high North with cold ground, mismatched insolation, and diesel electricity. This paper aims to model a SAGCHP heating a house in Nunavik, Canada to understand its potential and limitations. Simulations were conducted with and without battery storage, revealing complex tradeoffs between four modes of operation. Over ten years, the SAGCHP system reduced fuel consumption by 38.2% (without battery) and 59.1% (with battery).
Article
Energy & Fuels
Erick O. Arwa, Kristen R. Schell
Summary: This research develops a model to enable the flexible operation of direct air capture (DAC) and maximize the usage of renewable energy. The results demonstrate that DAC can adapt to variable renewable energy without the need for battery energy storage. Furthermore, using physical storage silos could be more cost-effective than using battery energy storage.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
I. M. Peters, C. Breyer, S. A. Jaffer, S. Kurtz, T. Reindl, R. Sinton, M. Vetter
Summary: Batteries play a crucial role in the transition towards terawatt levels of photovoltaics by reducing fluctuations in electricity generation and enabling higher adoption rates. Technological, economic, and policy innovations are needed to expand the adoption of batteries in solar energy systems.
Article
Thermodynamics
Yubo Wang, Zhenhua Quan, Heran Jing, Lincheng Wang, Yaohua Zhao
Summary: The study proposed a new type of dual-source building energy supply system, utilizing heat pumps and energy storage technology for cascade energy utilization. Peak load shifting and energy cost reduction were achieved by storing energy at night, resulting in efficient operation and savings in operating costs.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Andrea Trovo, Matteo Rugna, Nicola Poli, Massimo Guarnieri
Summary: Vanadium Flow Batteries (VFBs) are a stationary energy storage technology that can seamlessly integrate renewable energy sources into the electrical grid with advantages such as adjustable power and energy, safety, and durability. This paper discusses the features and performance parameters of VFBs, their potential grid services, economic analysis, and deployment prospects. The study draws inspiration from industrial-scale VFBs operated at the Electrochemical Energy Storage and Conversion Lab (EESCoLab) at the University of Padua, Italy.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Paolo Marocco, Riccardo Novo, Andrea Lanzini, Giuliana Mattiazzo, Massimo Santarelli
Summary: New challenges arise in accurately modeling energy systems with high renewable energy shares. Energy storage technologies are crucial for managing fluctuations in renewable energy sources and electricity demand. This study investigates the role of batteries and hydrogen storage in achieving a 100% renewable energy system. The impact of time series clustering on multi-year planning is assessed, and different configurations of carbon-free energy systems are considered. The results show the cost-effectiveness of hydrogen-based solutions in achieving energy self-sufficiency.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Valeria Jana Schwanitz, Tadeusz Jozef Rudek, Wit Hubert, August Hubert Wierling
Summary: This study compares empirical data on citizen-led renewable energy capacities in Poland with results obtained from a meta-theoretical, empirical analysis of the national energy system. It summarizes the essential factors explaining the low level of citizen energy in Poland, such as a centralized energy system, social, regulatory, and technical lock-ins. Furthermore, the study finds that the size of citizen-installed renewable capacities and the number of collective initiatives in Poland are limited due to various barriers.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tian You, Wei Wu, Hongxing Yang, Jiankun Liu, Xianting Li
Summary: The study reviews the hybrid PVT-GSHP technology, discussing the principles, configurations, and functions of different system categories. It also suggests future directions for improvement, including advanced ground heat exchangers, PVT types, hybrid systems, and optimal design for better performance.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ravi Kumar Majji, Jyoti Prakash Mishra, Ashish A. Dongre
Summary: This paper develops a model predictive controller (MPC) and a simplified power management algorithm (PMA) for an autonomous DC microgrid. The integrated composite energy storage (CES) effectively handles power fluctuations and improves the flexible operation of the microgrid. The proposed control strategy improves voltage performance and the rate of change in battery current responds quickly to load variations.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jerome Dujardin, Annelen Kahl, Michael Lehning
Summary: This paper introduces a new methodology for guiding the planning and siting of renewable electricity generation for countries or larger geographical regions. The approach is flexible and accounts for specific boundary conditions, constraints and available resources, optimizing the interplay between different types of generation. Through a case study in Switzerland, the method demonstrates the ability to devise national installation scenarios that are efficient, realistic with respect to land use and grid infrastructure, and reduce the need for seasonal storage.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Peter Sorknaes, Jakob Zinck Thellufsen, Kai Knobloch, Kurt Engelbrecht, Meng Yuan
Summary: In 100% renewable energy systems, flexibility requirements are higher than in traditional carbon-based energy systems. New technologies and system setups are needed to provide flexibility for balancing the system. The integration of Carnot batteries in a 100% renewable energy scenario for Denmark shows potential economic benefits but cost reductions are needed for large-scale implementation.
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Aleksandr Kulikov, Pavel Ilyushin, Konstantin Suslov, Sergey Filippov
Summary: This paper analyzes the key defining features of modern electric power distribution networks of industrial enterprises and emphasizes the increasing strict requirements for power quality parameters. Significant deviations of PQPs lead to significant damage at the consumer end. Therefore, continuous monitoring systems or sampling-based PQP monitoring are necessary.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Pavel Ilyushin, Vladislav Volnyi, Konstantin Suslov, Sergey Filippov
Summary: The development of AC distribution systems enables the integration of low-voltage microgrids with distributed energy resources (DERs), which poses new challenges for microgrid control. The article provides an overview of control methods for low-voltage AC and AC-DC microgrids, aiming to effectively solve control tasks and ensure reliable power supply in microgrids.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Dmitriy Karamov, Pavel Ilyushin, Ilya Minarchenko, Sergey Filippov, Konstantin Suslov
Summary: Energy performance contracts are a promising avenue for attracting private investments in renewable energy. This paper presents a hierarchical model of a decentralized energy system with renewable sources and energy storage under a service agreement. The model showcases the interaction between the client and the performance company, considering parameters like net present value, contract duration, and levelized cost of energy. An example of a decentralized power system using only diesel generation is used to demonstrate the benefits of building a photovoltaic system with optimal equipment composition and contract terms, resulting in significant fuel savings.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Konstantin Suslov, Andrey Kryukov, Pavel Ilyushin, Aleksander Cherepanov, Aleksander Kryukov
Summary: The 25 kV traction network generates intense electromagnetic fields that can induce voltage on nearby conductive structures and pose a danger to maintenance personnel. Existing literature has addressed the effects of traction networks on extended conductive structures, but lacks a unified method to determine induced voltage and current. This paper presents the development of a method to model the induced voltage created by complex traction networks, providing valuable insights for ensuring personnel safety and developing corrosion prevention methods.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Andrey Kryukov, Konstantin Suslov, Pavel Ilyushin, Azat Akhmetshin
Summary: Asynchronous loads with low negative-sequence resistance can reduce unbalance at their connection points. Proper modeling of unbalanced load flows in power supply systems requires accounting for asynchronous loads. Accurate data on induction motor equivalent circuit parameters for positive and negative sequences are necessary for effective modeling. This paper proposes a technique for parameter identification of models of individual induction motors and asynchronous load nodes, which provides high accuracy for load flow analysis.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Aleksandr Kulikov, Pavel Ilyushin, Konstantin Suslov, Sergey Filippov
Summary: Accurate fault location on overhead power lines reduces the time for locating faults, contributing to power system stability and reliable power supply. Distance-to-fault techniques based on emergency state parameters are widely used in digital protection relays and power-line fault locators.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Aleksandr Kulikov, Pavel Ilyushin, Anton Loskutov
Summary: This article explores the issues of enhanced sensitivity of multi-parameter relay protection using long-range redundancy protection as an example. Transition to generalized features is proposed in order to simplify multi-parameter protection and reduce the computational load on the RPA device.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Vladislav Volnyi, Pavel Ilyushin, Konstantin Suslov, Sergey Filippov
Summary: The process of building microgrids on top of existing passive distribution networks requires a multi-criteria analysis to evaluate the technological and economic effects. The choice of topology, configuration, current type, and connection methods, as well as the availability of information and communications technology infrastructure, play crucial roles. This article provides a review of approaches to design AC and AC-DC microgrids to maximize their technological and economic effects, with a focus on minimizing investment in the modernization of existing distribution networks.
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Theory & Methods
Andrey Achitaev, Alexander Domyshev, Pavel Ilyushin, Konstantin Suslov
Summary: This paper proposes a solution for coordinated control of multiple wind turbines in a wind farm using a multi-agent approach.
2023 IEEE BELGRADE POWERTECH
(2023)