Smart Grid Architecture with High Proportion of Energy Utilization

TL;DR

This paper presents a design for a DC standalone micro grid utilizing wind and solar energy, aiming to improve efficiency and stabilize power supply through innovative distribution and conversion strategies.

Contribution

It introduces an indigenous design of a DC micro grid that enhances power stability and efficiency using hybrid renewable sources and localized conversion units.

Findings

DC micro grid can increase efficiency by up to 10% over AC systems.

The design effectively stabilizes fluctuating renewable energy sources.

Power distribution is optimized through localized conversion near loads.

Abstract

DC power generation is an emerging trend and has been preferred due to its low cost and low in system power losses within local distribution grid. The theme of this paper is the indigenous design of a DC standalone micro grid which will stabilize the fluctuating power generated from hybrid energy resources and manage its power distribution. The power is distributed through a DC distribution line and converted to the required AC or DC form by converters placed near loads. This project includes power generation, distribution and management strategies for a sustainable micro grid primarily powered by wind and solar energy. DC transmittable power can increase the system efficiency up to 10% as compared to AC.