Renewable Energy Systems
Keywords |
Classification |
Keyword |
OFICIAL |
Automation, Control & Manufacturing Syst. |
Instance: 2012/2013 - 1S
Cycles of Study/Courses
Teaching language
Suitable for English-speaking students
Objectives
Explain the operating principles of the main sources of renewable energy and identify the main topologies converting primary energy into electrical energy.
Explain and be able to apply the fundamental methods of control of the produced power.
Analyze and compare different topologies for the conditioning of renewable energy sources.
Identify, apply and verify the regulatory aspects of the basic interface of renewable energy to the electric grid.
Design and integrate the different subsystems, electronic and control, of the energy conversion chain.
Program
Introduction to renewable energies.
Fundamental characterization of photovoltaic and wind energy. Short reference to other renewable energies: wave, tidal and biomass.
Photovoltaic energy. MPPT-based control. Conditioning methods. Topologies for grid connection.
Wind turbines: mechanical characteristics and passive and active control methods. Electric generators, asynchronous and synchronous: speed operating range and power control methods. Optimization of the wind energy conversion.
Conversion topologies based on power electronic systems and control methods for the conversion of wind energy and solar energy.
Study of the main topologies conversion of wave energy.
Grid interface of renewable energy sources. Regulatory aspects.
Mandatory literature
Mukund R. Patel;
Wind and solar power systems. ISBN: 9780849315701
Bent Sorensen;
Renewable Energy. ISBN: 0-12-656153-2
A. Khaligh, O. G. Onar; Energy harvesting. Solar, wind, and ocean energy conversion systems, CRC Press, 2010. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1508-3
Complementary Bibliography
Tony Burton... [et al.];
Wind energy. ISBN: 0-471-48997-2
Teaching methods and learning activities
The lectures include:
1. Exposition of the syllabus of the course
2. Presentation and discussion of examples
3. Collective analysis of the development of practical work
The practical classes are related to supervision:
1. Simulation work
2. Experimental work
Software
PSCAD
PSIM
Matlab
keywords
Technological sciences > Engineering > Electrical engineering
Evaluation Type
Distributed evaluation with final exam
Assessment Components
Description |
Type |
Time (hours) |
Weight (%) |
End date |
Attendance (estimated) |
Participação presencial |
56,00 |
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Total: |
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0,00 |
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Eligibility for exams
According to the “Normas Gerais de Avaliação” and obtain a minimum of 40% in the weighted evaluation of the practical works
Calculation formula of final grade
The following Evaluation Components are considered:
1- Simulation work (TS), required
2- Experimental work (TP), required
3- Written exam (EX), without notes, with the duration of 2h
The Final Grade is calculated according to:
FG=0.2*TS+0.3*TP+0.5*EX
All components are evaluated in a 0-20 scale.
Course approval requires a minimum of 40% in the exam.
In any case, the evaluation is personal. The two works are subjected to a written report and an oral presentation.
The two works are made in group. TS measures the capability of analyzing, modelling and simulating renewable energy systems and control methods, as well as the creativity in the formulation of possible solutions.
TP evaluates the capability of designing, implementing and analyzing solutions, as well as evaluates the capability of team working. The oral presentation evaluates different aspects of communicating in public for a specific audience.
EX evaluates the capability of explaining and analyzing the operation of renewable energy systems based on different sources and control methods, as well as the level and robustness of the acquired knowledge and the technical-scientific merit.
Examinations or Special Assignments
None.
Special assessment (TE, DA, ...)
None. Simulation and experimental works can be done outside the course schedule. Practical works are mandatory for all course students.
Special students without practical classes’ attendance must do a final practical examination.
Classification improvement
Any part (TS, TP or EX) can be improved, in the established dates.
Observations
Prerequisites: basic knowledge of electrical machines and power electronics.