Inverter help Regeneration

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In summary, the project involves a mechanical engineering student utilizing solar panels and a wind helix to generate roughly 50kW of electricity. The power will be sent to a SatCon Grid Tied 480VAC 60Hz 3 phase inverter, with the goal of using excess power to supplement the power needs of the ship. The ship has ConEd power at the dock and a transformer room onboard to convert it to three phase 460 power. The project also aims to use the excess power generated to power equipment on the ship that would typically use ConEd power. The local utility ConEd will have strict requirements for the grid interface hardware, and it is recommended to have the hardware installed onshore rather than onboard. Contacting
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Inverter help ! Regeneration

Im a current mechanical engineering student working on a project that utilizes solar panels and a wind helix.

We will have roughly 50kW of electricity coming in from the solar and wind systems on the roof. That will then be sent to a SatCon Grid Tied 480VAC 60Hz 3 phase inverter (Here is the link http://www.solarelectricsupply.com/Inverters/satcon/powergate-plus-50kw.html) . The goal is to have the building use as much energy it needs at the current time to stay in operation then, the excess power generated would need to be fed back into the ship to compliment the power demands of the ship itself.

As far as the ship, it has ConEd power at the dock and onboard the ship they have a transformer room that takes the ConEd power and transforms it to three phase 460 power.

The overall goal is to use the excess power generated by the renewable systems on the building in the rest of the ship to power things that may have been powered by the ConEd power. Also the building will have both 110 and 220 equipment running in there.

How do we accomplish this ?


anything to lead me in the correct direction would be greatly appreciated !
 
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Yes that can certainly be done. However, to prevent safety problems onshore, the local utility ConEd will have strict requirements. If you move the ship to other ports, the requirements may change, so I recommend that the grid interface hardware should be shore-based, not on-board.

I can't give you ConEd's specific requirements. Contact ConEd. They may even insist on supplying the interface hardware and doing the installation themselves.
 

What is inverter help regeneration?

Inverter help regeneration is a technology used in electrical power systems to recover energy that would otherwise be wasted. It involves converting the kinetic energy of a decelerating motor into electrical energy, which can then be used to power other devices or be fed back into the power grid.

How does inverter help regeneration work?

Inverter help regeneration works by using a process called regenerative braking. When an electric motor decelerates, it acts as a generator and produces electricity. The inverter then converts this electricity into a form that can be used or stored, such as a battery. This process helps to reduce energy consumption and increase the efficiency of the system.

What are the benefits of inverter help regeneration?

Inverter help regeneration has several benefits, including reducing energy consumption and costs, increasing the efficiency of electrical systems, and reducing the environmental impact of energy production. It can also prolong the lifespan of equipment by reducing wear and tear on motors and brakes.

What types of systems can benefit from inverter help regeneration?

Inverter help regeneration can be used in a variety of systems, including electric vehicles, elevators, cranes, and industrial machinery. Essentially, any system that involves frequent deceleration can benefit from inverter help regeneration.

Are there any limitations to inverter help regeneration?

While inverter help regeneration has many benefits, it is not suitable for all systems. For example, it may not be cost-effective for systems that do not have frequent deceleration or for systems with low power requirements. Additionally, the use of inverter help regeneration may require additional equipment and installation costs.

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