Hierarchical Modeling of Energy Systems

Hierarchical Modeling of Energy Systems
Author: Nikolai I. Voropai
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 542
Release: 2023-08-18
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0443139164

Hierarchical Modeling of Energy Systems presents a detailed methodology for hierarchical modeling of large-scale complex systems with a focus on energy systems and their expansion planning and control. General methodological principles of hierarchical modeling are analyzed, and based on this analysis, a generalized technology for the hierarchical approach is presented. The mathematical foundations of decomposition and bi-level programming, as well as the possibility of using information technologies are also considered. The theoretical propositions are demonstrated by numerous hierarchical modeling examples aimed at planning the development of the energy sector and expansion of energy systems, analyzing, and optimizing these systems, and controlling their operation. In addition, codes and sample simulations are included throughout. This is an invaluable guide for researchers, engineers, and other specialists involved in the development, control and management of energy systems, while the summary of fundamental principles and concepts in energy modeling makes this an accessible learning tool for graduate students on any course involving energy systems or energy modeling. Summarizes hierarchical modeling principles and methods Critically evaluates all energy systems including electric power systems, heat supply systems, gas, and coal supply systems, integrated and cogeneration systems, its interrelations and more Examines expansion planning, development and operation, control and management of energy systems Provides a detailed mathematical descriptions of models, computation algorithms, and optimization problems

OPERATIONAL DECISION MAKING IN COMPOUND ENERGY SYSTEMS USING MULTI-LEVEL MULTI PARADIGM SIMULATION BASED OPTIMIZATION.

OPERATIONAL DECISION MAKING IN COMPOUND ENERGY SYSTEMS USING MULTI-LEVEL MULTI PARADIGM SIMULATION BASED OPTIMIZATION.
Author: Esfandyar M. Mazhari
Publisher:
Total Pages: 510
Release: 2011
Genre:
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A two level hierarchical simulation and decision modeling framework is proposed for electric power networks involving PV based solar generators, various storage, and grid connection. The high level model, from a utility company perspective, concerns operational decision making and defining regulations for customers for a reduced cost and enhanced reliability. The lower level model concerns changes in power quality and changes in demand behavior caused by customers' response to operational decisions and regulations made by the utility company at the high level. The higher level simulation is based on system dynamics and agent-based modeling while the lower level simulation is based on agent-based modeling and circuit-level continuous time modeling. The proposed two level model incorporates a simulation based optimization engine that is a combination of three meta-heuristics including Scatter Search, Tabu Search, and Neural Networks for finding optimum operational decision making. In addition, a reinforcement learning algorithm that uses Markov decision process tools is also used to generate decision policies. An integration and coordination framework is developed, which details the sequence, frequency, and types of interactions between two models. The proposed framework is demonstrated with several case studies with real-time or historical for solar insolation, storage units, demand profiles, and price of electricity of grid (i.e., avoided cost). Challenges that are addressed in case studies and applications include 1) finding a best policy, optimum price and regulation for a utility company while keeping the customers electricity quality within the accepted range, 2) capacity planning of electricity systems with PV generators, storage systems, and grid, and 3) finding the optimum threshold price that is used to decide how much energy should be bought from sold to grid to minimize the cost. Mathematical formulations, and simulation and decision modeling methodologies are presented. A grid-storage analysis is performed for arbitrage, to explore if in future it is going to be beneficial to use storage systems along with grid, with future technological improvement in storage and increasing cost of electrical energy. An information model is discussed that facilitates interoperability of different applications in the proposed hierarchical simulation and decision environment for energy systems.

Modeling and Simulation of Energy Systems

Modeling and Simulation of Energy Systems
Author: Thomas A. Adams II
Publisher: MDPI
Total Pages: 496
Release: 2019-11-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3039215183

Energy Systems Engineering is one of the most exciting and fastest growing fields in engineering. Modeling and simulation plays a key role in Energy Systems Engineering because it is the primary basis on which energy system design, control, optimization, and analysis are based. This book contains a specially curated collection of recent research articles on the modeling and simulation of energy systems written by top experts around the world from universities and research labs, such as Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Yale University, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, National Energy Technology Laboratory of the US Department of Energy, University of Technology Sydney, McMaster University, Queens University, Purdue University, the University of Connecticut, Technical University of Denmark, the University of Toronto, Technische Universität Berlin, Texas A&M, the University of Pennsylvania, and many more. The key research themes covered include energy systems design, control systems, flexible operations, operational strategies, and systems analysis. The addressed areas of application include electric power generation, refrigeration cycles, natural gas liquefaction, shale gas treatment, concentrated solar power, waste-to-energy systems, micro-gas turbines, carbon dioxide capture systems, energy storage, petroleum refinery unit operations, Brayton cycles, to name but a few.

Modelling and Simulation of Electrical Energy Systems Through a Complex Systems Approach Using Agent-Based Models

Modelling and Simulation of Electrical Energy Systems Through a Complex Systems Approach Using Agent-Based Models
Author: Enrique Alberto Kremers
Publisher: KIT Scientific Publishing
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2014-07-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3866449461

Complexity science aims to better understand the processes of both natural and man-made systems which are composed of many interacting entities at different scales. A disaggregated approach is proposed for simulating electricity systems, by using agent-based models coupled to continuous ones. The approach can help in acquiring a better understanding of the operation of the system itself, e.g. on emergent phenomena or scale effects; as well as in the improvement and design of future smart grids.

Control and Systems Engineering

Control and Systems Engineering
Author: Aly El-Osery
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 380
Release: 2015-03-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 331914636X

This book is a tribute to 40 years of contributions by Professor Mo Jamshidi who is a well known and respected scholar, researcher, and educator. Mo Jamshidi has spent his professional career formalizing and extending the field of large-scale complex systems (LSS) engineering resulting in educating numerous graduates specifically, ethnic minorities. He has made significant contributions in modeling, optimization, CAD, control and applications of large-scale systems leading to his current global role in formalizing system of systems engineering (SoSE), as a new field. His books on complex LSS and SoSE have filled a vacuum in cyber-physical systems literature for the 21st Century. His contributions to ethnic minority engineering education commenced with his work at the University of New Mexico (UNM, Tier-I Hispanic Serving Institution) in 1980 through a NASA JPL grant. Followed by several more major federal grants, he formalized a model for educating minorities, called VI-P Pyramid where K-12 students(bottom of pyramid) to doctoral (top of pyramid) students form a seamless group working on one project. Upper level students mentor lower ones on a sequential basis. Since 1980, he has graduated over 114 minority students consisting of 62 Hispanics, 34 African Americans., 15 Native Americans, and 3 Pacific Islanders. This book contains contributed chapters from colleagues, and former and current students of Professor Jamshidi. Areas of focus are: control systems, energy and system of systems, robotics and soft computing.

Applied Mathematical Modeling and Analysis in Renewable Energy

Applied Mathematical Modeling and Analysis in Renewable Energy
Author: Manoj Sahni
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 213
Release: 2021-10-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000455114

This reference text introduces latest mathematical modeling techniques and analysis for renewable energy systems. It comprehensively covers important topics including study of combustion characteristics of laser ignited gasoline-air mixture, hierarchical demand response controller, mathematical modeling of an EOQ for a multi-item inventory system, and integration and modeling of small-scale pumped storage with micro optimization model (HOMER). Aimed at graduate students and academic researchers in the fields of electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering, this text: Discusses applied mathematical modeling techniques in renewable energy. Covers effective storage and generation of power through renewable energy generation sources. Provides real life applications and problems based on renewable energy. Covers new ways of applying mathematical techniques for applications in diverse areas of science and engineering.

Development and Assessment of a Hierarchical Control Strategy for Electric-Thermal Systems in Household Energy Supply

Development and Assessment of a Hierarchical Control Strategy for Electric-Thermal Systems in Household Energy Supply
Author: Tanja Manuela Kneiske
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2024-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3737611793

Future energy infrastructure requires efficient and flexible residential energy systems. Model predictive control (MPC) enables optimized behavior by considering energy predictions. This study focuses on minimizing cost and uncertainties using MPC in electric- thermal systems. In addition a hierarchical control approach is proposed and evaluated through simulation in a new software framework called OptFlex and a laboratory experiment. The control system combines electricity and heat components for flexible and efficient energy production and consumption. It enables cost-effective and CO2 minimal utilization and a simple solution of accounting for the differences between forecasted and measured values of the energy components. The MPC is validated in a laboratory test for a PV-CHP system. Results show reliable control with a deviation of approximately 12%. The study also investigates a variable combined control variant to save computation time but incurs higher operating costs. The developed hierarchical control system effectively flexibilities, addresses uncertainties and can be applied to different energy systems including heat pumps.

Control and Automation, and Energy System Engineering

Control and Automation, and Energy System Engineering
Author: Tai-hoon Kim
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 406
Release: 2011-12-02
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 3642260101

This book comprises selected papers of the International Conferences, CA and CES3 2011, held as Part of the Future Generation Information Technology Conference, FGIT 2011, in Conjunction with GDC 2011, Jeju Island, Korea, in December 2011. The papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from numerous submissions and focuse on the various aspects of control and automation, and circuits, control, communication, electricity, electronics, energy, system, signal and simulation.