Renewable Energy Analysis for Strategic Responsiveness 2 (REASR 2)

Abstract

The analysis of renewable energy within a hybrid electric generator system for remote military applications has not been studied. This report highlights the potential of new, photovoltaic thin-film composite arrays to augment fossil fuel generators for military power applications in remote areas. Because the photovoltaic phenomena works only during daylight hours and is also dependent on latitude for sun power, this study examined renewable hybrid electric generation in areas of poor sun (Hanau, Germany) and in areas of good sun (Ft. Irwin, California). This report investigates the value-added that renewable energy can bring to tactical operation centers and remote power stations (for purposes of homeland security) in terms of increased operational readiness, reduced cost, energy savings and pollution abatement.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2002
Accession Number
ADA422774

Entities

People

  • Hugh W. Jones

Organizations

  • Center for Army Analysis

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Business Administration
  • Economic Analysis
  • Electric Generators
  • Employment
  • Energy
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Energy Systems
  • Fossil Fuels
  • Generators
  • Homeland Security
  • Logistics
  • Operational Readiness
  • Personnel Management
  • Renewable Energy
  • Solar Energy
  • Tanker Aircraft

Readers

  • Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy Engineering.
  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.
  • Solar Photovoltaics and Thermoelectric Devices.