Transportable and Hybrid Transportable AC Systems
Abstract
Between 2000 and 2003 Transportable AC Systems (TACS) and Hybrids (HTACS) were developed and demonstrated to support the electrical requirements of Command Centers in the field. Primary power was provided by unbreakable, lightweight, flexible solar modules. Systems included battery bank, AC inverter, and backup generator. The HTACS added Windpower and higher-efficiency solar arrays, and a more ruggedized, modularized, and productionized power control center. Demonstrated were held at six different Military bases in the U.S. and Europe. The primary benefits of a TACS or HTACS system for the Military are driven by the Lightweight, Portable, nature of the Solar Energy Products with most advantageous features noted below: * High Power-to-Weight ratios * Minimized Battery/ Fuel Transport * High Field Survivability (Silent, Camouflaged, Low angular or Thermal Signature) * Solves Targeted Energy Needs (Battery Recharging, Water Purification, Personal Electronics, PCs, Radios, Tools, Lighting, Transportable energy for command centers, medical, etc., survival kits) * Provides BOTH Cost-savings AND Improved Logistics The result of these efforts is intended to provide the demonstrated, data-supported, basis for larger scale implementation of with solar powered tactical AC systems. Shown as economically superior to existing stand-alone Diesel generators.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 11, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA437015
Entities
People
- Scot P. Albright