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Long-term performance modelling of a combined energy generation system
thesis
posted on 2018-03-27, 11:14 authored by D. ChildThe installation of the combined energy generation system at West Beacon Farm,
Loughborough, Leicestershire commenced in 1988, since when it has steadily grown in
both generating capacity and operating complexity. It now consists of three electrical
generating sources: two 25kW fixed speed horizontal axis wind turbines, a 6kWp
photovoltaic array consisting of both monocrystalline and polycrystalline cells and a
15kW combined heat and power unit which also provides 38kW of thermal energy.
Electricity is stored in a 184kWh lead acid battery, and also imported and exported from
the grid. Previous research on the system was limited, due to lack of detailed system
information and time. Therefore the aim of this research project has been to develop a
more detailed and accurate computer model of the system that enables the present
operating strategy to be evaluated, together with the effects on the system of changing
this strategy. The outcome will be to optimize the generating cost and to provide a model
with the flexibility to investigate the conditions in other hybrid systems. [Continues.]
History
School
- Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering
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© D. ChildPublisher statement
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1996Notes
A Doctoral Thesis. Submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of Doctor of Philosophy at Loughborough University.Language
- en