Systems and methods for operating a climate control system on a microgrid
US12392523B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 30, 2023 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF24F2140/60
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Examples of the present disclosure relate to systems and methods for operating a climate control system on a microgrid utilizing renewable sources of power including solar panels and wind turbines. In general, this disclosure focuses on utilizing a range of stepped or discrete demand responses for the climate control system to adjust power consumption levels in response to variable levels of power input associated with renewable power sources attached to the microgrid. These stepped or discrete demand responses of the climate control system may allow the microgrid to react to linear, continuous, or non-discrete fluctuations in the input power while reducing the likelihood of damage to the climate control system. Some examples may also allow the climate control system to more consistently maintain comfort settings of conditioned spaces. Some examples utilize a direct current (DC) microgrid and climate control system.
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