Google llc (20240097588). SYNTHETIC GENERATOR SYNCHRONIZATION simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 SYNTHETIC GENERATOR SYNCHRONIZATION
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 SYNTHETIC GENERATOR SYNCHRONIZATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
SYNTHETIC GENERATOR SYNCHRONIZATION
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Krishnanjan Gubba Ravikumar of Pullman WA (US)
SYNTHETIC GENERATOR SYNCHRONIZATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240097588 titled 'SYNTHETIC GENERATOR SYNCHRONIZATION
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure describes a method for synchronizing a large number of generators on an AC bus by aligning each generator's output to a common external source, such as a master generator or a centralized command module, or a common external time signal like GPS.
- Each generator synchronizes its output to a nominal output provided by a master generator or centralized command module using high-speed communication signals.
- Alternatively, each generator can generate its own nominal output referenced to a common external time signal like GPS.
- By synchronizing independently of bus voltage and frequency, the generators can synchronize in parallel instead of serially.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in power plants, microgrids, and other systems with multiple generators that need to be synchronized.
Problems Solved
This method solves the challenge of synchronizing a large number of generators on an AC bus efficiently and in parallel, without relying on bus voltage and frequency.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved synchronization accuracy, increased system reliability, and enhanced overall performance of the power generation system.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include power plants, renewable energy systems, and industrial facilities with multiple generators that require precise synchronization.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be synchronization methods that rely solely on bus voltage and frequency for aligning generators, which may not be as efficient or accurate as the method described in this disclosure.
Unanswered Questions
How does this method compare to traditional synchronization methods in terms of efficiency and accuracy?
This article does not provide a direct comparison between this method and traditional synchronization methods.
What are the potential challenges or limitations of implementing this synchronization method in real-world applications?
The article does not address any potential challenges or limitations that may arise when implementing this synchronization method in practical settings.
Original Abstract Submitted
the present disclosure contemplates a method for synchronizing a large number of generators on an ac bus by synchronizing each generator's output to a nominal output that is generated from a common external source. for example, each generator, using a high speed communication signal, can synchronize to a nominal output provided by a master generator, or centralized command module. in another example, each generator can generate its own nominal output referenced to a common external time signal, such as a global positioning system (gps) signal, or other reference. by synchronizing independently of bus voltage and frequency, the generators are able to synchronize in parallel, instead of serially.
