Trimode optimizes hybrid power plants. Final report: Phase 2
- Abacus Controls, Inc., Somerville, NJ (United States)
In the Phase 2 project, Abacus Controls Inc. did research and development of hybrid systems that combine the energy sources from photovoltaics, batteries, and diesel-generators and demonstrated that they are economically feasible for small power plants in many parts of the world. The Trimode Power Processor reduces the fuel consumption of the diesel-generator to its minimum by presenting itself as the perfect electrical load to the generator. A 30-kW three-phase unit was tested at Sandia National Laboratories to prove its worthiness in actual field conditions. The use of photovoltaics at remote locations where reliability of supply requires a diesel-generator will lower costs to operate by reducing the run time of the diesel generator. The numerous benefits include longer times between maintenance for the diesel engine and better power quality from the generator. 32 figs.
- Research Organization:
- Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (United States); Abacus Controls, Inc., Somerville, NJ (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Washington, DC (United States)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC04-94AL85000; FG02-94ER81689
- OSTI ID:
- 656875
- Report Number(s):
- SAND--98-0499; ON: DE98006278; BR: EB2203000
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
Similar Records
Hybrid power technology for remote military facilities
A 10kW photovoltaic/hybrid system for Pinnacles National Monument