Microgrid Power Sharing Links for Low-Loss Distributed Energy
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional power systems face inefficiencies due to long-distance energy transmission, leading to power loss and a need for a scalable distributed energy system that can efficiently share and manage power close to loads.
Innovation Solution
A FRACTALGRID system, comprising self-similar microgrid nodes that integrate locally available renewable resources and enable data and power sharing based on defined rules, allowing for autonomous operation and integration with larger grids, enhancing energy security and reliability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If power is transmitted over long distances from central power stations, then power can be supplied to multiple locations, but power loss increases during transmission
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the centralized power system into multiple distributed microgrids located close to loads. Each microgrid operates semi-autonomously, generating and managing its own power locally, thereby eliminating long-distance transmission and associated power losses while maintaining system functionality through inter-microgrid communication and coordination
2Loss of energy
If a distributed energy system is implemented close to loads, then power loss is reduced, but system complexity increases due to multiple interconnected components
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal communication protocol and standardized interface architecture that enables diverse microgrid components (generators, loads, storage devices) to interoperate through common rules and data formats. This multi-functional framework allows the system to handle power exchange, communication, and coordination across heterogeneous components without proportionally increasing complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates continuous monitoring and feedback mechanisms where microgrids exchange operational data, power status, and demand information through a standardized communication network. This feedback enables automated decision-making for power sharing, load balancing, and coordination, reducing the need for complex manual control while maintaining system efficiency
3Reliability
If microgrids operate autonomously, then energy security is improved, but coordination and power sharing between microgrids becomes more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a standardized communication protocol and data exchange framework that acts as an intermediary between autonomous microgrids. This intermediary layer enables seamless information sharing and coordination without compromising individual microgrid autonomy, allowing them to function independently while easily collaborating for power sharing and system-wide optimization
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed herein is a method and system for sharing power or energy across various power supply and control modules. More specifically, disclosed herein are systems and methods for distributing energy. As explained herein, the method discloses receiving, at a microgrid, data from a plurality of data sources. The data is then analyzed to forecast power needs associated with the microgrid. Using the data, the microgrid may determine whether and when to share power with the requesting module.