Predicts the Long Term Performance and Economic Feasibility of Hybrid Power Systems
HYBRID2 is a combined probalistic/time series model designed to study a wide variety of hybrid power systems. Hybrid power systems combine a number of sources of power generation and, usually, a form of energy storage to supply an electrical load. Hybrid power systems are mainly used in areas such as islands or remote communities that are removed from a power distribution network. These power systems can range from large, multi-megawatt systems to those supplying single family dwellings. HYBRID2 simulates systems that include diesel generators, wind turbines, battery storage, different power conversion devices and a photovoltaic array. Systems can be modeled with components on the AC, DC or multiple buses. A variety of different operating strategies have been allowed as well as an economic analysis tool. The HYBRID2 code has a user-friendly Graphical User Interface (GUI) as well as a glossary of terms commonly associated with hybrid power systems. HYBRID2 is also packaged with an extensive library of equipment to assist the user in designing hybrid power systems. Each piece of equipment is commercially available and uses manufacturer's specifications. In addition the library includes resource data and some sample power systems and projects that can be used as templates. Two levels of output are provided, a summary as well as a detailed time step by time step description of power flows. A Graphical Results Interface (GRI) allows for easy and in-depth review of the detailed simulation results.
- Short Name / Acronym:
- HYBRID2
- Project Type:
- Closed Source
- Site Accession Number:
- 2867
- Software Type:
- Scientific
- Research Organization:
- National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Golden, CO (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- DOE/EEPrimary Award/Contract Number:AC36-08GO28308
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC36-08GO28308
- Code ID:
- 12606
- OSTI ID:
- 1230357
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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