A new approach to microgrid energy management is gaining attention, thanks to research conducted at SEGi University. TuoYing Yang and Gopinath Subramani have developed a microgrid topology based on DC-DC energy routers, which they believe has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency and stability of these distributed energy systems.
Their research, presented at the 2024 9th International Conference on Electronic Technology and Information Science (ICETIS) in Hangzhou, China, explores the advantages of using DC-DC energy routers in microgrids. The researchers analyzed the driving waveform and voltage output waveform of power electronic switching tubes in the DC-DC converter, demonstrating how adjusting the PWM waveform can optimize the output voltage to meet the demands of different loads within the microgrid.
“By properly adjusting the PWM waveform, when the duty cycle is 0.08 and 0.4, the output voltage of the DC-DC energy router can be adjusted, so as to meet the requirements of different loads in the microgrid and improve the efficiency of the DC-DC energy router,” the authors explain.
This innovative approach offers a promising solution for managing energy distribution in microgrids, which are becoming increasingly important as the world transitions to more sustainable and decentralized energy sources. Microgrids can operate independently or in conjunction with the main power grid, providing greater resilience and flexibility in the face of power outages or disruptions.
The SEGi University researchers plan to continue their work in this area, exploring the performance of DC-DC energy routers in various scenarios and optimizing their design for a wider range of applications.
This research aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal, specifically:
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy