A Real-Time, Power-Hardware-in-the-Loop (PHIL) Simulator for Naval Power Systems
Abstract
A Real-Time, Power-Hardware-in-the-Loop (PHIL) Simulator for Naval Power Systems Abstract The Marine Dynamics Laboratory at Old Dominion University (ODU), part of the newly formed Naval Engineering and Marine Systems Institute (NEMSI) is a versatile research, teaching and testing facility and is actively supporting naval defense research on dynamic simulation and equipment survivability, machine intelligence, and weapons systems/mechatronics/autonomous systems integration for naval applications. With Navy requirements trending towards more advanced power systems and electric propulsion, there is a strategic need for high-fidelity simulation of marine power systems to complement the existing lab testing capabilities. This proposal is targeted at integrating a real-time shipboard power system simulator using Power Hardware-in-the-Loop (PHIL) simulation technology. PHIL testing simulates various power system architectures and components in real time without the need for full-scale physical mockups. The device-under-test (DUT) hardware is connected to the virtual power system simulation via a power amplifier that emulates the dynamic voltage and current responses as if the DUT were connected to a real full-scale power system. The PHIL system simulates the shipÕs power system and its interactions with other systems. Incorporating a power system simulator into the Marine Dynamics lab opens several new research avenues where any conceivable power system configuration can be prototyped in a safe and controllable environment. ODUÕs power systems specialists and naval engineering experts will use the PHIL simulator to explore a range of naval engineering topics such as different combat scenarios, energy management, and electric propulsion modes. The PHIL simulator will offer research and learning opportunities for approximately 500 students annually, including students actively participating in NEEC and other Navy-funded projects. Furthermore, the simulator will facilitate training for naval vessel operators to gain valuable exposure in operating and managing a power system under different scenarios with real-time system responses
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- May 22, 2016
- Source ID
- N000141512940
Entities
People
- Jennifer Michaeli
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- Old Dominion University
- United States Navy