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Giorgio Graditi

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Robust Multi-Objective Optimal dispatch of Distributed Energy Resources in Micro-Grids

2011

Modern distribution systems are implemented through micro grids: small power networks where generation is close to consumption and ICT supports the coordinated management of the different energy resources. In such systems, the central control unit manages energy dispatch from the different sources according to different criteria (technical, economical and environmental) and takes care of tertiary regulation. Such optimization for the tertiary regulation is performed with a time interval that typically is of 24 hours. This is due to the fact that it is necessary to take into account the charge and discharge cycles of storage systems. On the other hand, such long time leads to large errors in…

EngineeringMathematical optimizationbusiness.industryEconomic dispatchEnergy consumptionMulti-objective optimizationSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaElectricity generationRobustness (computer science)Load regulationDistributed generationbusinessEnergy sourceMultiobjective optimization microgrids optimal management roust solutions.
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Technical-economical evaluation for distributed storage applications. An Italian case study for a medium-scale public facility

2014

Time-of-use energy cost management involves the use of storage by customers to reduce their electricity bills. This can be accomplished by charging the storage during off-peak time periods, when electricity energy prices are low, and discharging it during times when on-peak energy prices are applied. This article addresses the question whether it is economically viable to install medium-scale distributed storage devices in the power system designed to lower the electricity cost for a customer-side application, assuming flexible electricity tariffs. The technical/economical evaluation is carried out referring to Lithium ion (Li-ion), Sodium Sulphur (NaS) and Vanadium Redox Battery (VRB) tech…

Energy storage load shifting Li-ion battery Technical-economical evaluationsEngineeringEnergy storageTechnical-economical evaluationsbusiness.industryElectrical engineeringVanadium redox batteryMedium scaleSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaElectric power systemStand-alone power systemLoad shiftingDistributed data storeCapital costLi-ion batteryElectricitybusinessProcess engineeringPublic Facility
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A bidirectional converter for the integration of LiFePO4 batteries with RES-based generators. Part II: Laboratory and field tests

2014

This paper presents a device for controlling and connecting combined Renewable Energy Sources (RES)-based generators and electric storage systems to the supply utility grid. The device is a bidirectional converter that can be controlled in order to facilitate the interface between the low voltage grid and small generators combined with Li-ion batteries, contemporary addressing the requirements of the reference technical standards for users connection and providing different ancillary services. The paper describes the laboratory and field test activities carried out by the DEIM of the University of Palermo and ENEA during 2013.

Engineeringbusiness.industryInterface (computing)energy storage systemTechnical standardElectrical engineeringField testsGridBidirectional converterField (computer science)Renewable energySettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'Energialaboratory and field testlithium-ionLow voltage gridbusiness
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Transition of a Distribution System towards an Active Network. Part I: Preliminary Design and Scenario Perspectives

2011

In an European perspective, the focus of Smart Grids initiatives (SET Plan - Strategic Energy Technology Plan) is strictly linked with the main commitment to achieve the goals of the Climate and Energy Package 20-20-20, at the light of the three main pillars of the European energy policy: competitiveness, sustainability and security of supply. Smart grid technologies will enable load levelling of the electrical grid, allowing a power company to run cleaner power sources - such as hydroelectric, wind, or solar - while reducing the need to use carbon-emitting gas, coal, or oil plants to meet peak demand. In this framework the proposed paper refers about the technical economical feasibility st…

Engineeringbusiness.industryElectrical engineeringEnergy technologyElectrical gridEnergy policyRenewable energySettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaElectric power systemSmart gridPeak demandSystems engineeringRenewable sources power systems smart gridsElectric power industrybusiness
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Preliminary Tests On A Miniaturized Hybrid Pv-Pemfc System

2007

A regenerative hybrid PV-PEMFC low power system is a suitable solution to replace batteries and to supply small electric devices placed in remote areas with no grid connection. Such a system was designed and built including a PV array, electrolyzer, PEMFC stack (6We) and hydrogen storage tank. As well known a hybrid PV-PEMFC energy system may represent a reliable solution to the renewable energy storage problem. Hydrogen produced by such a system is a clean fuel, suitable to replace traditional fuels which contain carbon damaging the environment. The paper reports results of a preliminary, non-dynamic experimental analysis performed on the system in order to study the effects of the anode p…

Hydrogen storageElectric power systemEngineeringStack (abstract data type)business.industryHybrid systemElectrical engineeringGrid connectionProton exchange membrane fuel cellbusinessEnergy storageAutomotive engineeringAnode2007 International Conference on Clean Electrical Power
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Optimal Set Points Regulation of Distributed Generation Units in Micro-grids under Islanded Operation

2010

The present work studies the problem of optimizing the power production levels of dispersed generation units in islanded microgrids. The problem is intrinsically multi-objective with non linear objectives and constraints, thus the solution approach is based on evolutionary optimization and uses the Non dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm II. The objectives are calculated based on the solution of the load flow problem. The latter problem is more complicated when in the considered system a physical node with a sufficiently large production capability is not available, because all the generation node of the systems have similar and limited generation capability. In this paper, the issue has be…

Mathematical optimizationEngineeringbusiness.industryNode (networking)String (computer science)SortingMulti-objective optimizationSlack busSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaDistributed generationGenetic algorithmMinificationbusinessOptimal dispatch microgrids multi-objective optimization slack bus
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A comparison of two innovative customer power devices for Smart Micro-Grids

2015

The paper presents a comparison of two prototypes of innovative Customer Power Devices designed for applications in Smart Micro-Grids. The devices are both equipped with Energy Storage Systems, consisting in Lithium batteries and have been assembled, independently, by the DIAEE of the University of Rome 'La Sapienza' and the DEIM of the University of Palermo in collaboration with the Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA). In the paper, the characteristics and the operating modes of the devices are examined and some consideration on their application in Low Voltage Smart Micro-Grids are provided. © 2015 IEEE.

Engineeringbusiness.industryEmerging technologiesElectrical engineeringEnergy Engineering and Power TechnologyDistributed GenerationEnergy StorageSmart GridsEnergy storageSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaSmart griddistributed generation; energy storage; LI-ION batteries; smart grids; electrical and electronic engineering; energy engineering and power technologyDistributed generationAgency (sociology)Li-Ion BatterieLi-Ion BatteriesPower semiconductor deviceElectrical and Electronic EngineeringSmart GridSmart Grids;Li-Ion Batteries;Energy Storage;Distributed GenerationbusinessLow voltage2015 IEEE 15th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering (EEEIC)
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On multi-objective optimal reconfiguration of MV networks in presence of different grounding

2015

The present work faces the traditional multi-objective optimal reconfiguration problem of a distribution grid including the safety issue in the objective functions. Actually, in many medium voltage networks still transformers with ungrounded neutral and with resonant grounded neutral coexist in the same area. This may be sometimes cause of problems during a single-line-to-ground fault if the ground electrodes of one or more cabins, initially designed for satisfying the safety conditions in a resonant grounded neutral network, after the reconfiguration are in a grounded neutral one or vice versa. In the paper a safety objective function is defined and the Non dominated Sorting Genetic Algori…

Mathematical optimizationOptimization problemGeneral Computer ScienceComputer science020209 energyDistribution gridGlobal grounding02 engineering and technologyFuzzy logiclaw.inventionMetallawMV network0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineeringTransformerReconfiguration;MV network;Global grounding;Distribution grid;Genetic algorithmGroundbusiness.industryComputer Science (all)Control reconfigurationEarthing systemSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaGenetic algorithmvisual_artEmbedded systemElectrodeReconfigurationvisual_art.visual_art_mediumEvolution strategybusiness
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Managing electrical energy storage systems and shiftable loads with an innovative approach in energy districts

2014

In this work, a power dispatch problem for a system composed of an aggregate of loads and an electrical energy storage system is considered. The approach to solve the optimal dispatch is innovative and shows good performances in limited calculation times. According to the more recent indications coming from the European distributors, the architecture for energy dispatch at distribution level will be hierarchical. The 'Aggregator' is the interface between groups of loads and the energy distributor and sends the individual consumers the desired load profiles, following which the user may gets a discount on the energy bill. On the other hand, the energy tariff may follow a given daily profile …

OptimizationOptimization;management of resources;shiftable loadsOptimization management of resources shiftable loadsComputer scienceScheduling (production processes)Economic dispatchAutomotive engineeringEnergy storagemanagement of resourcesPower (physics)Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'Energiahiftable loadsEnergy profileWork (electrical)Intermittent energy sourceshiftable loadsmanagement of resourceSimulationEnergy (signal processing)
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Technical, Environmental and Economical Aspects of Hybrid Systems Including Renewables and Fuel Cells

2006

In this paper, some configurations including renewables and fuel cells are studied. Technical, environmental and economical aspects are treated in the frame of the EU regulations concerning the ‘emission trading’ issue and the way in which Italy has implemented the relevant EU directive. The study has been carried out considering some architectures including renewables such as photovoltaic and wind with a back up system to increase continuity of supply based on the application of fuel cells and of a hydrogen storage system. Performing several runs with different values of the cost of energy (COE) bought from the network and produced with traditional fuel, it has been observed that, for some…

Engineeringbusiness.industryPhotovoltaic systemFrame (networking)Environmental economicsDirectiveRenewable energyHydrogen storage systemSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaHybrid systemFuel cellsEmissions tradingbusinessRenewables cost of energy environment power distribution dispersed generation
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Economic impact of medium-scale battery storage systems in presence of flexible electricity tariffs for end-user applications

2012

This article addresses the question if it is cost-effective to use medium-scale battery storage systems for time-of-use (TMO) energy cost applications at a consumer level, assuming flexible electricity tariffs in the Italian electricity market. TMO application allows customers to reduce their electricity bill charging the storage when off-peak time periods are applied and discharge it during on-peak periods, when electricity energy prices are high. The analysis is carried out taking into account three different electrochemical storage technologies. The economical comparison shows that, at the current costs of storage technologies and at the electricity tariffs currently offered in Italy, th…

Battery (electricity)Energy managementbusiness.industryComparative analysis electrochemical storage energy management energy storage load shiftingEnvironmental economicsEnergy storageSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaStand-alone power systemCommerceEconomicsElectricity marketElectricityElectricity retailingbusinessLoad shifting2012 9th International Conference on the European Energy Market
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A New Device for the Control and the Connection to the Grid of Combined RES-based Generators and Electric Storage Systems

2013

In this paper a new device for the control and the connection to the supply utility grid of combined RES-based generators and electric storage systems is presented. The device is a bidirectional converter that can be controlled so as to facilitate the interface between the low voltage grid and photovoltaic or wind generators combined with batteries, contemporary addressing the requirements of the reference technical standards for users connection and providing different ancillary services. In the paper the functioning of the device and its circuit diagram are described, the single parts are shown and the potentiality of its control system are commented. © 2013 IEEE.

Engineeringbusiness.industryenergy storage systemElectrical engineeringGridlithium-ion;energy storage system;bidirectional converterbidirectional converterSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaStand-alone power systemElectric power systemDistributed generationControl systemGrid-connected photovoltaic power systemElectronic engineeringElectric powerlithium-ionbusinessCircuit diagram
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Smart renewable generation for an islanded system. Technical and economic issues of future scenarios

2012

The subject addressed in this paper is the analytical study of the transition of an energy generation system for a real MV/LV distribution system from one that is “fuel-based” to a distributed and smart “renewables-based” system. The paper outlines both the technical and the economic issues related to such a transition from one type of system to the other. The study is carried out for a real islanded network located in the Island of Pantelleria (Mediterranean Sea). The results obtained are presented and discussed, putting into evidence the technical, environmental and economic benefits of using smart technologies and renewable energy sources.

Engineeringbusiness.industryMechanical EngineeringEnvironmental resource managementBuilding and ConstructionEnvironmental economicsSmart grids Distributed generation Renewable energy Energy scenarios Distribution systemsPollutionEconomic benefitsIndustrial and Manufacturing EngineeringRenewable energySettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaDistribution systemGeneral EnergyElectricity generationSmart gridDistributed generationRenewable generationElectrical and Electronic EngineeringbusinessSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronicheCivil and Structural EngineeringEnergy
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Multi-objective strategies for management and design of distributed electric storage systems in a Mediterranean island

2013

The paper proposes an analytical study about the design and operation of distributed Electrical Storage Systems(ESS) in an active distribution network supplying a Mediterranean island, according to different criteria. The approach is based on the application of a multi-objective optimization algorithm (NSGA-II) that outputs a set of optimized schedules of the ESS in different configurations when operated according to different criteria (minimum energy losses in the grid, total generation cost, greenhouse gas emissions, limiting the fluctuations of the generation from fossil fuel plants). Moreover the variability of the voltage profile has been investigated also by a comparison with a refere…

Engineeringbusiness.industryFossil fuelComputerApplications_COMPUTERSINOTHERSYSTEMSControl engineeringGridActive Distribution NetworkEnergy storageReliability engineeringMulti-objective Optimization;Active Distribution Networks;ESSSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaStand-alone power systemDistributed generationGreenhouse gasActive Distribution NetworksESSbusinessMulti-objective OptimizationEnergy (signal processing)Voltage
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Heuristic-Based Shiftable Loads Optimal Management in Smart Micro-Grids

2015

In this paper, an optimal power dispatch problem on a 24-h basis for distribution systems with distributed energy resources (DER) also including directly controlled shiftable loads is presented. In the literature, the optimal energy management problems in smart grids (SGs) where such types of loads exist are formulated using integer or mixed integer variables. In this paper, a new formulation of shiftable loads is employed. Such formulation allows reduction in the number of optimization variables and the adoption of real valued optimization methods such as the one proposed in this paper. The method applied is a novel nature-inspired multiobjective optimization algorithm based on an original…

EngineeringMathematical optimizationsmart-gridPareto optimizationwarm-optimizationHeuristic (computer science)Energy managementswarm-optimizationDemand side managementmart-gridsReduction (complexity)Electric power systemDemand side management;Pareto optimization;swarm-optimization;shiftable loads;smart-gridshiftable loadElectrical and Electronic EngineeringMulti-swarm optimizationbusiness.industryComputer Science Applications1707 Computer Vision and Pattern Recognitionsmart-gridsComputer Science ApplicationsSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'Energiashiftable loadSmart gridControl and Systems EngineeringDistributed generationshiftable loadsbusinessInformation SystemsInteger (computer science)IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics
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Transition of a distribution system towards an active network. Part II: Economical analysis of selected scenario

2011

This paper outlines the economical issues related to the transition of the energy generation for a real MV/LV distribution system from a ‘fuel based’ one to a distributed and smart ‘renewables based’ one. It is the prosecution of a companion paper, which addressed the technical issues connected to such transition. The study has been carried out by University of Palermo and ENEA (Italy), on a portion of real MV/LV distribution system of the research center ENEA of Casaccia (Rome, Italy). The analysis is carried out for a specific scenario chosen among those proposed in the companion paper.

Engineeringbusiness.industryPhotovoltaic systemElectrical engineeringRenewable energySettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaElectric power systemElectricity generationSmart gridSystems engineeringRenewable sources power systems smart gridsElectricitybusinessSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronicheResearch centerActive networking2011 International Conference on Clean Electrical Power (ICCEP)
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Comparison of power quality impact of different photovoltaic inverters- the viewpoint of the grid

2005

This paper presents the results of an experimental analysis performed with the aim of evaluating the effect of many photovoltaic plants on power quality of the grid. Several parameters as voltage and current distortion, flicker, voltage variations at fundamental frequency and power factor have been observed. The measured values have been compared with the limits reported in the standards and, when possibiIe, their dependence on the characteristics of the grid in terms of its impedance has been pointed out.

EngineeringSwitched-mode power supplybusiness.industryElectrical engineeringPower factorVoltage optimisationpower qualify distributed generation photovoltaic plantMaximum power point trackingSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaElectric power systemStand-alone power systemGrid-connected photovoltaic power systemElectronic engineeringbusinessNominal power (photovoltaic)2004 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Technology, 2004. IEEE ICIT '04.
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Frequency stability in microgrid: control strategies and analysis of BESS aging effects

2016

In order to ensure a thorough analysis, all components placed in a microgrid would have to be considered to guarantee an effective energy management. To this aim, various algorithms are used both to preserve and restore power systems after significant disturbances. However, these models frequently do not evaluate components performance decline with the age and, consequently, they don't consider actual values during microgrid analysis, potentially affecting obtained results. In particular, evaluating energy storage systems aging and their effects has rarely been addressed in prior works. The present article proposes a model to maintain power system/microgrid stability after disturbances usin…

EngineeringControl and Optimizationtorage aging020209 energyControl (management)Automatic frequency controlStability (learning theory)02 engineering and technologyEnergy storageElectric power systemfrequency controlmicrogrid frequency control energy storage load shedding storage aging0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineeringstorage agingElectrical and Electronic Engineeringload shedding;microgrid;energy storage;frequency control;storage agingbusiness.industryenergy storageMechanical EngineeringLoad SheddingControl engineeringload sheddingReliability engineeringmicrogridComputer data storageAutomotive EngineeringMicrogridbusiness
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Optimal Electrical Distribution Systems Reinforcement Planning Using Gas Micro Turbines by Dynamic Ant Colony Search Algorithm

2007

Distribution systems management is becoming an increasingly complicated issue due to the introduction of new energy trading strategies and new technologies. In this paper, an optimal reinforcement strategy to provide reliable and economic service to customers in a given time frame is investigated. In the new deregulated energy market and considering the incentives coming from the political and economical fields, it is reasonable to consider distributed generation (DG) as a viable option for systems reinforcement. In the paper, the DG technology is considered as a possible solution for distribution systems capacity problems, along several years. Therefore, compound solutions comprising the i…

EngineeringMathematical optimizationCogeneration distributed generation gas microturbines power distribution economics power distribution planningbusiness.industryEnergy managementAnt colony optimization algorithmsEnergy Engineering and Power TechnologyAnt colonyTechnology managementSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaSearch algorithmDistributed generationEnergy marketTrading strategyElectrical and Electronic Engineeringbusiness
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Energy efficient operation in smart grids: optimal management of shiftable loads and storage systems

2012

In this paper, the authors analyze the impact of the participation of customers to the sustainable implementation of energy rational strategies in microgrids. The management of shiftable loads is compared to the control of real and reactive storage systems in smart grids. An optimization algorithm is used as analysis tool to assess the impact of such control variables in different conditions. The results clearly indicate that if shiftable loads are of suitable size, they have a more promising as tools to both reduce losses and to flatten the peak load through the HV/MV bus. Many tests have been carried out on a real experimental MV system in the area of Rome Italy.

Engineeringbusiness.industryControl variableOptimization load management smart gridsControl engineeringOptimal managementAutomotive engineeringlaw.inventionSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaLoad managementCapacitorSmart gridPeak loadlawbusinessEnergy (signal processing)Efficient energy use
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An Innovative Conversion Device to the Grid Interface of Combined RES-Based Generators and Electric Storage Systems

2015

This paper is focused on the development of an innovative device, which is based on a bidirectional converter, for the interface to the supply utility grid of combined renewable-energy-source-based generators and electric storage systems. The device can be controlled so as to ease the interface between the low-voltage grid and photovoltaic or wind generators combined with lithium-ion $\hbox{LiFePO}_{4} $ batteries, taking into account the requirements of the reference technical standards for users connection and offering different ancillary services. The operational functioning of the device, the architecture, and its electronic components, as well as laboratory and field test activities an…

Engineeringbusiness.industryBidirectional converter energy storage system (EES) grid interface lithium-ion batteriesInterface (computing)Photovoltaic systemlithium-ion batteries;Bidirectional converter;grid interface;energy storage system (EES)lithium-ion batteriesTechnical standardElectrical engineeringGridlithium-ion batterieBidirectional converterField (computer science)Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaControl and Systems Engineeringenergy storage system (EES)visual_artgrid interfaceElectronic componentvisual_art.visual_art_mediumElectronic engineeringElectricityElectrical and Electronic EngineeringConnection (algebraic framework)business
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Independent energetic grids for a smart island: Model and design of a microgrid for a small Italian island

2016

Unlike many Italian peninsular areas, which are increasingly turning to a diverse supply of renewable resources to generate electricity, Italian not-interconnected small islands continue to rely on oil for their electricity and other energy needs (e.g. transports). Small-scale electricity systems, that are not connected to a larger electricity grid, are usually more expensive. The present paper proposes the functional design of an innovative Smart Grid which allows changing an Italian small not-interconnected island, Pantelleria, into a smart island, towards a more sustainable energy model. In detail, a techno-economic feasibility study is performed in order to design a Smart Grid at Pantel…

Engineeringsmart island020209 energyEnergy Engineering and Power Technology02 engineering and technologyCivil engineeringmart island0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineeringRenewable Energy Sustainability and the Environmentbusiness.industryenergetic grid020208 electrical & electronic engineeringFossil fuelFunctional designEnvironmental economicsrenewable energyrenewable energy;microgrid;energetic grid;smart islandRenewable energymicrogridComputer Networks and CommunicationSmart gridHardware and ArchitectureMicrogridElectricitybusinessThermal energyRenewable resource2016 AEIT International Annual Conference (AEIT)
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An optimization approach for efficient management of EV parking lots with batteries recharging facilities

2013

In this paper an optimization approach to devise efficient management strategies for Electric Vehicles parking lots is proposed. A Monte Carlo approach is used to evaluate the load consumption profile for groups of Electric Vehicles showing different features. The Monte Carlo approach allows to combine the different social and economical features affecting the commercial penetration of Electric Vehicles with the technical aspects. The basic feature to be assessed is the initial State Of Charge, which in turn depends on the distance travelled by the vehicle since the last recharge and thus by the usage of the vehicle (private, professional). The model is then used to optimize some objective …

General Computer ScienceComputer scienceMonte Carlo methodSmart chargingStatistical modelComputational intelligenceGroundwater rechargeElectric vehicles managementElectric vehicles management;Simulated annealing;Smart chargingAutomotive engineeringSimulated annealingSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaState of chargeSimulated annealingSimulation
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Theoretical and Experimental Comparison of Total Harmonic Distortion Factors for the Evaluation of Harmonic and Interharmonic Pollution of Grid-Conne…

2006

Grid connected photovoltaic systems are increasingly used in electrical distribution systems. However, they inject distorted currents. Therefore special attention must be paid to harmonic and interharmonic measurements. The new edition of IEC 61000-4-7 introduces the concept of harmonic and interharmonic groups, which implies new expressions for Total Harmonic Distortion factors. In the paper a theoretical and experimental comparison is made between the different total harmonic distortion factors in order to show which of the currently defined distortion factors is best-suited to detect harmonic and interharmonic pollution. Experimental tests were carried out first by means of a calibrator …

Total harmonic distortionEngineeringbusiness.industryPhotovoltaic systemElectrical engineeringEnergy Engineering and Power TechnologyGridlaw.inventionHarmonic analysislawElectrical networkDistortionPersonal computerElectronic engineeringHarmonicElectrical and Electronic EngineeringbusinessGrid-connected photovoltaic systems harmonic and interharmonic analysis IEC 61000-4-7 Ed 2002.IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery
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Economic feasibility of stationary electrochemical storages for electric bill management applications: The Italian scenario

2016

Battery energy storage systems (BESSs) are expected to become a fundamental element of the electricity infrastructure, thanks to their ability to decouple generation and demand over time. BESSs can also be used to store electricity during low-price hours, when the demand is low, and to meet the demand during peak hours, thus leading to savings for the consumer. This work focuses on the economic viability of BESS from the point of view of the electricity customer. The analysis refers to a lithium-ion (Li-ion), an advanced lead-acid, a zinc-based, a sodium-sulphur (NaS) and a flow battery. The total investment and replacement costs are estimated in order to calculate the cumulated cash flow, …

020209 energytechnical-economical evaluationPeak demand charges02 engineering and technologyManagement Monitoring Policy and Lawpeak demand chargeProfit (economics)load shiftingcase studyPeak demand0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineeringEconomicsPresent valuebusiness.industryElectrical engineeringInternal rate of returnBattery energy storageEnvironmental economics021001 nanoscience & nanotechnologyFlow batteryLoad shifting;Technical-economical evaluation;Battery energy storage;Peak demand charges;Case studySettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaGeneral EnergyCash flowElectricity0210 nano-technologybusinessLoad shifting
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Multi-objective optimized management of electrical energy storage systems in an islanded network with renewable energy sources under different design…

2014

The subject addressed in this paper is the definition of some strategies for the design and the optimaized management of EES (Electrical Energy Storage) systems, for an existing islanded distribution network supplying the Island of Pantelleria (Italy) in the Mediterranean Sea. In the paper the authors have drawn interesting conclusions through the application of an efficient MO (multi-objective) optimization algorithm, the NSGA-II, minimizing the energy losses in the grid, the total electricity generation cost and the greenhouse gas emissions. The results obtained for different installation scenarios of the EES are presented and discussed, putting into evidence the technical, environmental …

EngineeringGHG (greenhouse gas)Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEnergy lossesDistribution systemElectric power systemIslanded systemElectrical and Electronic EngineeringCivil and Structural Engineeringbusiness.industryMechanical EngineeringControl engineeringBuilding and ConstructionEnergy losseGridPollutionReliability engineeringElectrical energy storageRenewable energySettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaGeneral EnergyElectricity generationGreenhouse gasIslanded system;GHG (greenhouse gas);Energy losses;Electric energy storagebusinessElectric energy storageEnergy (signal processing)
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Technical and economical assessment of distributed electrochemical storages for load shifting applications: An Italian case study

2016

Time-of-use (TOU) energy cost management involves the use of energy storage systems (ESSs) by customers to reduce their electricity bills. The ESS is charged during off-peak time periods, when electricity energy prices are low, and discharged during times when on-peak energy prices are applied. This article addresses the question whether it is economically viable to install medium-scale distributed ESSs designed to lower the electricity cost for a customer-side application, assuming flexible electricity tariffs. The technical/economical evaluation is carried out referring to lithium-ion (Li-ion), sodium sulfur (NaS) and vanadium redox battery (VRB) technologies, performing a parametric anal…

Operations researchbusiness.industryRenewable Energy Sustainability and the Environment020209 energyLoad shifting;Flexible electricity price;Case study;Battery energy storage;Technical-economical evaluationCase studyFlexible electricity pricePublic institutionBattery energy storage02 engineering and technologyEnvironmental economicsVanadium redox batteryEnergy storageTechnical-economical evaluationSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaStand-alone power systemLoad shifting0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineeringEconomicsCapital costElectricitybusinessElectricity retailingLoad shifting
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Adaptive and Dynamic Ant Colony Search Algorithm for Optimal Distribution Systems Reinforcement Strategy

2006

The metaheuristic technique of Ant Colony Search has been revised here in order to deal with dynamic search optimization problems having a large search space and mixed integer variables. The problem to which it has been applied is an electrical distribution systems management problem. This kind of issues is indeed getting increasingly complicated due to the introduction of new energy trading strategies, new environmental constraints and new technologies. In particular, in this paper, the problem of finding the optimal reinforcement strategy to provide reliable and economic service to customers in a given time frame is investigated. Utilities indeed need efficient software tools to take deci…

Mathematical optimizationOptimization problembusiness.industryComputer scienceAnt colonyAnt colony search dynamic optimization problems electrical distribution systems.Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaIdentification (information)Artificial IntelligenceSearch algorithmDistributed generationTrading strategybusinessMetaheuristicInteger (computer science)Applied Intelligence
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A Generalized Framework for Optimal Sizing of Distributed Energy Resources in Micro-Grids Using an Indicator-Based Swarm Approach

2014

In this paper, a generalized double-shell framework for the optimal design of systems managed optimally according to different criteria is developed. Optimal design is traditionally carried out by means of minimum capital and management cost formulations and does not typically consider optimized operation. In this paper, the optimized multiobjective management is explicitly considered into the design formulation. The quality of each design solution is indeed defined by the evaluation of operational costs and capital costs. Besides, the assessment of the operational costs term is deduced by means of the solution of a multiobjective optimization problem. Each design solution is evaluated usin…

Optimal designMathematical optimizationEngineeringNSGA-IIbusiness.industrymicrogridsPareto principleGlow-worm optimizationindicator based evolutionary algorithmMulti-objective optimizationComputer Science ApplicationsSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaSettore ING-IND/31 - ElettrotecnicamicrogridPower system simulationControl and Systems EngineeringDistributed generationmicrogrids;indicator based evolutionary algorithm;Glow-worm optimization;planning;NSGA-IICapital costMicrogridplanningElectrical and Electronic EngineeringbusinessActivity-based costingInformation SystemsIEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics
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A Bidirectional Converter for the Integration of LiFePO4 Batteries with RES-based Generators Part I: Revising and Finalizing Design

2014

This paper presents a device for controlling and connecting combined Renewable Energy Sources (RES)-based generators and electric storage systems to the supply utility grid. The device is a bidirectional converter that can be controlled in order to facilitate the interface between the low voltage grid and small generators combined with lithium-ion LiFePO4 batteries, contemporary addressing the requirements of the reference technical standards for users connection and providing different ancillary services. The paper describes the revising and finalizing activities carried out by the DEIM of the University of Palermo and ENEA during 2013.

bidirectional converterSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaEngineeringbusiness.industryInterface (computing)energy storage systemElectrical engineeringTechnical standardlithium-ionLow voltage gridbusinessGridRenewable energy3rd Renewable Power Generation Conference (RPG 2014)
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DC Grids for Supporting AC Power System during Failure Events: Experimental Testing of a Urban Case Study

2022

AC power systems and their devices can be subjected to different failure events due to thermal, environmental, and aging phenomena. In this context, DC grids intervention could mitigate customers black-out by adequately controlling their internal resources (renewable generators and storage systems). In this paper, failure events concerning HV/MV transformer are considered. Possible actions to support the AC grid to avoid interruption in load areas are analyzed and experimentally validated. Tests campaigns are carried out taking advantage of a research nanogrid infrastructure available at ENEA Centre of Portici. It consists of indoor equipment able to emulate actual generation, load and stor…

Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaHardware in the LoopInterruption TimeNot Supplied EnergyDC gridsAC/DC hybrid energy systems
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A NEW REPRESENTATION OF ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS OPERATION USING FOURIER THEORY IN OPTIMAL SMART GRIDS MANAGEMENT

2012

This paper investigates the possibility to use a new modeling of Energy Storage Systems based on zero integral functions. Such functions represent the course of the energy level stored in batteries during the solution of optimal management problems in smart-grids. Storage devices, such as all the other components that are required to meet an integral capacity constraint along the dispatch time, must show the same State of Charge at the start and at the end of the timeframe considered for operation. In this paper, a set of sinusoidal functions have been used for the synthesis of the charge and discharge course of energy Storage Systems. Such representation allows to eliminate the difficult c…

Mathematical optimizationEngineeringbusiness.industryEnergy storageEvolutionary computationConstraint (information theory)integral constraints optimal management distributed energy resources multi-objective evolutionary optimization smart grids.Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'Energiasymbols.namesakeSmart gridState of chargeFourier analysissymbolsbusinessRepresentation (mathematics)Energy (signal processing)
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UPS fuel cell based: An innovative back-up system

2007

The aim of the paper is to evaluate the technical feasibility and aspects related to the use, in an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), of fuel cells instead of traditional electrochemical batteries. The proposed system, named UPS-FCB (Fuel Cell Based) presents a modular and versatile system configuration; particularly it is possible to integrate it with traditional UPS. Moreover the system features can be modified in terms of power, reliability, back-up time, etc., by changing the power devices. A detailed experimental analysis has been carried out on a passive stand-by UPS integrated with a FCB; experimental results can be easily extended to the other possible system architectures. © 2007…

Engineeringbusiness.industryFuel cellModular designUPSEnergy storageAutomotive engineeringPower (physics)Back-upSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaTechnical feasibilityReliability (semiconductor)Electronic engineeringPower semiconductor deviceFuel Cell UPS hydrogen back-upbusinessPower-system protectionUninterruptible power supplyHydrogen
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Innovative control logics for a rational utilization of electric loads and air-conditioning systems in a residential building

2015

The paper focuses on the evaluation of the impact on residential buildings of innovative control logics defined for a rational utilization of the electric loads and air-conditioning systems. The control logics are implementable thanks to a Decision Support and Energy Management Systems developed by the same authors and easily installable in new and still-existing houses. The paper shows how a significant reduction of the primary energy consumption can be obtained by controlling the air-conditioning units together with the other electric loads of the house. After having explained how the control logics operate, a simulation tool is described, developed for a preliminary evaluation of their e…

Energy efficiency in buildingDecision support systemEngineeringArchitectural engineeringEnergy managementControl (management)Innovative control logicsEnergy management systemElectrical and Electronic EngineeringBuildings controlCivil and Structural EngineeringClass (computer programming)business.industryEnergy efficiency in buildingsMechanical EngineeringInnovative control logicBuilding and ConstructionSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaEnergy management systemSmart houseEnergy management systemsAir conditioningBuildings controlsbusinessEnergy efficiency in buildings;Innovative control logics;Energy management systems;Smart house;Buildings controlsEnergy (signal processing)Envelope (motion)Buildings controls; Energy efficiency in buildings; Energy management systems; Innovative control logics; Smart house; Civil and Structural Engineering; Building and Construction; Mechanical Engineering; Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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An optimal operating strategy for combined RES–based Generators and Electric Storage Systems for load shifting applications

2013

This paper focuses on an optimal operating strategy of combined RES-based generators and electric storage systems for small/medium-scale public facilities. The operating strategy can be used in load shifting applications in response to a time-of-use (TOU) rate design with differential pricing for on- and off-peak usage. Load shifting applications can be exploited by customers using battery energy storage systems (BESS) in order to reduce their electricity bill, charging the storage when off-peak time periods are applied and discharging it during on-peak periods, when electricity energy prices are high. The operating strategy is implemented within a bidirectional converter that provides an i…

Pumped-storage hydroelectricityEngineeringbusiness.industryload shifting;peak shaving;operating strategy;lithium-ion batteryElectrical engineeringlithium-ion batteryGridpeak shavingAutomotive engineeringEnergy storageRenewable energylithium–ion batteryload shiftingSettore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaStand-alone power systemcomponentoperating strategyElectricitybusinessLow voltageLoad shifting
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Power conditioning: Experimental test to compare different PV – Grid Interfaces

2004

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SISTEMI FOTOVOLTAICI PER LA PRODUZIONE DISTRIBUITA DI ENERGIA ELETTRICA: ARCHITETTURE DI IMPIANTO E CRITERI GENERALI DI DIMENSIONAMENTO.

2005

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Technical and Economical Aspects on Integrated PV-UPS Systems

2004

This paper shows a technical-economical analysis of a novel Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS) configuration, in which the backup batteries would be replaced by a photovoltaic (PV) system. Many interesting technical and economical issues concerning the proposed configuration are discussed against the traditional UPS and backup batteries solution. Moreover the technical solutions concerning the proposed integrated system realized using a double conversion UPS are motivated. Finally the operating costs of the proposed integrated PV-UPS system and the classical system with UPS and batteries with different sizes, and as the back-up time varies, are also compared and interesting results have be…

Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaEconomic Analysis Batteries Integrated PV-UPS Systems
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FROM FUEL BASED GENERATION TO SMART RENEWABLE GENERATION: PRELIMINARY DESIGN FOR AN ISLANDED SYSTEM. PART II: SELECTION OF FUTURE SCENARIO AND ECONOM…

2011

The subject addressed in this paper is the analytical study of the transition of the energy generation system for a real MV/LV distribution system from a ‘fuel based’ one to a distributed and smart ‘renewables based’ one. The paper outlines the economical issues related to such transition from one type of system to the other and it is the prosecution of a companion work addressing the technical topics concerning this subject. The study is carried out for a real islanded MV/LV distribution network.

Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaRenewables costs-benefits analysis
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FROM FUEL BASED GENERATION TO SMART RENEWABLE GENERATION: PRELIMINARY DESIGN FOR AN ISLANDED SYSTEM. PART I: TECHNICAL ISSUES AND FUTURE SCENARIOS

2011

The subject addressed in this paper is the analytical study of the transition of the energy generation system for a real MV/LV distribution system from a ‘fuel based’ one to a distributed and smart ‘renewables based’ one. The paper outlines the technical issues related to such transition from one type of system to the other. The study is carried out for a real islanded MV/LV distribution network located in the Island of Pantelleria. The economical issues regarding the above transition are focused in a companion paper.

Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaActive electrical distribution systems renewables
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An experimental analysis of power quality in presence of single phase grid connected photovoltaic systems

2004

In this paper, an experimental power quality analysis in presence of single phase grid connected PV systems is performed in a PV system installed at the Department of Electric Engineering of the University of Palermo through a measurement system set up by the Authors. In particular the analysis has been carried out focusing the attention on voltage and current distortion, as the solar radiation varies. The corresponding Total Harmonic Distortions in voltage and current terms are reported and compared with the standards limits. The presence of interharmonic components is also discussed.

Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaSmall Grid-connected PV Systems Inverter Power Quality
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Confronto teorico e sperimentale degli indici di distorsione armonica ed interarmonica: applicazione ad un impianto di generazione fotovoltaico

2005

Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaSettore ING-INF/07 - Misure Elettriche E ElettronicheDistorsione armonica impianto fotovoltaico
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La generazione distribuita: benefici e problematiche

2006

Il sistema elettrico di potenza di cui fino a ieri eravamo abituati a parlare consentiva di trasportare e distribuire l’energia elettrica prodotta da sorgenti di grande potenza (centrali elettriche) ai centri di consumo grandi e piccoli dislocati su un territorio di grande estensione. In tale accezione il sistema era caratterizzato da presenza di una generazione centralizzata e ciò per ragioni, tra le altre, di economicità, sicurezza e qualità di esercizio. Negli ultimi anni, grazie anche ai processi di liberalizzazione del mercato dell’energia elettrica, si è assistito ad uno sviluppo della cosiddetta generazione distribuita, soprattutto da fonte rinnovabile, il che pone non poche problema…

Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaGenerazione distribuita
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Misure di incentivazione economica e fiscale per la produzione di energia da impianti fotovoltaici: dal "conto capitale" al "conto energia"

2006

Il settore energetico, settore chiave del sistema economico, attraverso le fonti di energia rinnovabile può ricevere oggi un nuovo slancio e contribuire a uno sviluppo sostenibile ed eco-compatibile. Scopo di questo lavoro è illustrare le differenze tra i vari sistemi di incentivazione economica e fiscale promossi nel tempo in Italia, soffermandosi sul meccanismo di incentivazione in conto energia attualmente vigente, e fornire alcune considerazioni tecniche ed economiche utili a valutare l’investimento.

Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaImpianti fotovoltaici conto energia
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Analisi e definizione di strategie di gestione e controllo di sistemi di accumulo elettrico per applicazioni in reti di distribuzione attive automati…

2011

Il presente Report riferisce sui contenuti e sui risultati della seconda fase delle attività svolte nell’ambito della ricerca dal titolo: “Analisi e definizione di strategie di gestione e controllo di sistemi di accumulo elettrico per applicazioni in reti di distribuzione attive automatizzate”, oggetto dell’Accordo di Collaborazione tra ENEA e DIEET sottoscritto nel corso del 2011, e in relazione agli esiti della prima fase della ricerca, di cui si riferisce nel precedente Report [1]. Le attività sono state condotte in sinergia con il personale tecnico di ENEA e sono state svolte prevalentemente all’interno dei locali e dei laboratori del DIEET di Palermo. Il Report è articolato in due part…

Settore ING-IND/33 - Sistemi Elettrici Per L'EnergiaSistemi di accumulo Batterie elettrochimiche
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