Design and Analysis of Hybrid Generator Systems

Abstract

Hybrid generator system, in which renewable energy sources such as solar and wind energy are used in addition to fossil fuel genset, is an efficient, environment-friendly and economical system. In this system, double speed diesel genset is used as main source. Power is produced from different type of energy sources and it is transferred to the load by using 48VDC battery bank to provide stable operation. Hybrid system was simulated with hybrid optimization software and compared to traditional island mode AC genset for technical and economical situations under 1.5 kW average load conditions. According to simulation results, the system benefits are discussed. The results show that the use of Hybrid Generator system in place of traditional island mode generator in areas where the mains is not available is more advantageous in many respects.