scholarly journals Dimensioning Methodology of Energy Storage Systems for Power Smoothing in a Wave Energy Conversion Plant Considering Efficiency Maps and Filtering Control Techniques

Energies ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (13) ◽  
pp. 3380
Author(s):  
Jorge Torres ◽  
Marcos Blanco ◽  
Marcos Lafoz ◽  
Gustavo Navarro ◽  
Jorge Nájera ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Power Generation ◽  
Energy Storage ◽  
Energy Conversion ◽  
Wave Energy ◽  
Storage Systems ◽  
Wave Energy Conversion ◽  
Energy Storage Systems ◽  
Control Techniques ◽  
Power Oscillations ◽  
Selection Of

This paper aims at presenting and describing a dimensioning methodology for energy storage systems (ESS), in particular for one based on flywheels, applied for the specific application of reducing power oscillation in a wave energy conversion (WEC) plant. The dimensioning methodology takes into account the efficiency maps of the storage technology as well as the effect of the filtering control techniques. The methodology is applied to the case study of a WEC plant in operation in Spain, using real power generation profiles delivered into the electric grid. The paper firstly describes the calculation procedure of the efficiency maps for the particular technology of flywheels, although it could be extended to other storage technologies. Then, the influence of using future data values in the dimensioning process and the control of the ESS operation is analysed in depth. A moving average filter (MAF) is defined to compensate for power oscillations, studying the difference between considering prediction and not doing so. It is concluded that a filtering control using future values based on a number of samples equivalent to a 4-min time order provides an important reduction in the energy storage requirements for a power generation plant. Finally, and based on the selection of storage modules previously defined, the efficiency maps, and the MAF used for delivering the power into the grid, an optimal operation strategy is suggested for the storage modules, based on a stepped switching technique. The selection of four flywheel energy storage system (FESS) modules achieves a reduction of 50% in power oscillations, covering 85% of the frequency excursions at the grid.

Application of battery energy storage systems in industrial facilities

2021 ◽  
Vol 61 (2) ◽  
pp. 563
Author(s):  
Hamed Sharafizad
Keyword(s):  
Power Generation ◽  
Energy Storage ◽  
Storage Systems ◽  
Energy Storage Systems ◽  
Spinning Reserve ◽  
Battery Energy Storage ◽  
Industrial Facilities ◽  
Battery Energy Storage Systems ◽  
Battery Energy ◽  
Storage Units

For any facility, reliability and availability of power are key. Traditional gas- or diesel-driven power generation designs for facilities rely on generated spinning reserve to achieve power system stability and availability for defined operational scenarios and expected transients. Spinning reserve is extra generating capacity that is usually introduced by running additional power generator(s). Battery energy storage systems (BESSs) as energy storage units provide for a virtual spinning reserve in a hot standby arrangement to achieve the same effect for a set period during operating scenarios and transient events. Use of BESS technology is becoming more frequent within electrical network systems, remote sites and industrial facilities on the back of improved battery technology. This lends itself to better BESS reliability, effectiveness and lower associated cost to procure and install. Many of Clough’s projects are remote and islanded where they need to be self-sufficient, generating and distributing their own power needs. BESS units are scalable energy storage systems that can be used as a part of power generation solutions for facilities installed onshore or offshore. In addition to supplementing the primary generation on a facility as static storage units, BESS units offer benefits such as reduced emissions on facilities by not burning fossil fuels to achieve spinning reserve; they also allow for power management of generation systems, store any excess power from primary generators, allow for integration of renewables, offer constructability benefits and reduced operational/maintenance costs. The commercial and environmental benefits of BESS units are key drivers in Clough’s decision to embrace their use on future projects.

scholarly journals Designing and Testing Composite Energy Storage Systems for Regulating the Outputs of Linear Wave Energy Converters

Energies ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zanxiang Nie ◽  
Xi Xiao ◽  
Pritesh Hiralal ◽  
Xuanrui Huang ◽  
Richard McMahon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Energy Storage ◽  
Wave Energy ◽  
Storage Systems ◽  
Linear Wave ◽  
Energy Storage Systems ◽  
Wave Energy Converters ◽  
Composite Energy ◽  
Energy Converters

Design and Performance Analysis of Anchor System for a Single-Body Wave Energy Converter

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rodrigo L. Banos ◽  
Hirpa G. Lemu
Keyword(s):  
Power Generation ◽  
Energy Conversion ◽  
Wave Energy ◽  
Wave Energy Converter ◽  
Wave Energy Conversion ◽  
Energy Converter ◽  
Practical Solution ◽  
Simulation Tools ◽  
Anchor System ◽  
Single Body

The last couple of decades have observed an increasing interest in development of wave energy conversion technology for both research and commercial purposes. Though slow due to several reasons, the technology shows an evident progress. Because of the oil crisis facing the energy sector in particular, wave energy is currently seen as a good alternative to fossil fuel based power generation. This has marked its footprints on rising industrial ventures in wave energy based power generation and the search for new devices is gearing up. Among the latest invented models, point wave energy converters are attractive and low investment options. These devices are much smaller than the traditional oscillating water column devices and have good performance when combined in arrays of devices, thus placing the technology in the center of industrial and academic research. This article reports the study conducted to understand the mechanics of the energy exchange in a single-body point wave energy converter device model Cape Verde, patented by the Norwegian company Euro Wave Energy. Furthermore, the article intends to give a practical solution for the design of the anchoring problem in the device. In general, the article attempts to present two completely different objectives: an academic part focusing on understanding the wave energy conversion mechanics, and the industrial development part that attempts to find a practical solution for a particular part of the device. The first step involves establishing a model that describes the motion and potential of absorbance of a conic single-body absorber. The anchor system was designed in accordance with standards provided by Det Norske Veritas, the Norwegian regulatory framework. A quasi-static method is used to calculate the load that the absorber would suffer and a pulley and cable system is proposed to drive these loads to the anchor system. After a review of the different solutions offered for offshore facilities at the present time, the model of a suction anchor is chosen. As design verification through physical testing of prototypes of conversion devices is demanding and costly, various simulation tools are appearing in the field. The application range of some of these different simulation tools has been evaluated and reported in this article.

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