Analysis and Cost Optimization of a USCG Remote Hybrid Power System

Abstract

Analysis and simulations were performed to provide recommendations on how to improve the cost- effectiveness of the operation of remote hybrid power systems supporting various Alaskan National Distress System (NDS) communications sites. The study characterizes the loads and power sources at two NDS sites. Basic lead-acid battery theory is applied to produce a mathematical model to simulate the normal operation of the hybrid power system. Data from 2001 is analyzed to account for the effect of solar energy on the model. Results from the simulations indicate that a cost savings is realizable through improved hybrid controller settings.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2002
Accession Number
ADA406290

Entities

People

  • Zachary A. Weiss

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Basic Programming Language
  • Battery Chargers
  • Coast Guard
  • Control Systems
  • Costs
  • Data Analysis
  • Energy
  • Energy Consumption
  • Energy Storage
  • Hybrid Power
  • Lead Acid Batteries
  • Renewable Energy
  • Simulations
  • Solar Energy
  • Solar Panels
  • Storage Batteries
  • Wind Energy

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  • Aviation Safety and Air Traffic Management
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  • Systems Analysis and Design