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Generator management system that selectively activates generators based on an operating parameter

US9431942B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 2012
Grant dateAug 30, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 8, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02J2300/10
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Some embodiments relate to an example generator management system. The generator management system includes a first generator that is adapted to supply power to load and a first generator controller that operates the first generator. The generator management system further includes a second generator that is adapted to supply power to the load and a second generator controller that operates the second generator. The generator management system further includes a communication bus that connects the first generator controller and the second generator controller such that the first generator controller and the second generator controller exchange data. At least one of the first generator controller and the second generator controller selectively activates the first generator and the second generator in an order that depends on an operating parameter of the first generator and the second generator (as opposed to a fixed sequence which is done in existing systems).

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