Methods and apparatuses for control of building cooling, heating and power co-generation systems
US7567859B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 1, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P80/15
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A control system and method for achieving economic operation of CHP systems. A plurality of factors, including power source prices and operational needs, are assessed using multiple strategies. The solutions achieved by each strategy are compared, and the best performing strategy is selected. The solution can then be implemented. The assessment of factors and strategies can be updated periodically. A further embodiment includes a method of designing a CHP system using similar methods applied to simulated or estimated future loads and costs.
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