DC microgrids: a propitious smart grid paradigm for smart cities

SS Rangarajan, R Raman, A Singh, CK Shiva… - Smart Cities, 2023 - mdpi.com
Recent years have seen a surge in interest in DC microgrids as DC loads and DC sources
like solar photovoltaic systems, fuel cells, batteries, and other options have become more …

DC microgrids: benefits, architectures, perspectives and challenges

VF Pires, A Pires, A Cordeiro - Energies, 2023 - mdpi.com
One of the major paradigm shifts that will be predictably observed in the energy mix is
related to distribution networks. Until now, this type of electrical grid was characterized by an …

[HTML][HTML] Techno-economic and environmental comparative analysis for DC microgrids in households: Portuguese and French household case study

MM Eskander, CA Silva - Applied Energy, 2023 - Elsevier
This study revisits the use of the direct current (DC) distribution system concept in
households to increase energy savings and potentially reduce costs and associated …

Multi-objective optimal sizing for grid-connected LVDC system with consideration of demand response of electric vehicles

Y Qiu, Q Zhong, L Wang, G Wang - Electric Power Systems Research, 2024 - Elsevier
Grid-connected low-voltage direct current (LVDC) systems offer a promising solution for
achieving low-carbon buildings. However, a new challenge arises in sizing grid-connected …

Future Distribution Networks: A Review

Z Javid, I Kocar, W Holderbaum, U Karaagac - Energies, 2024 - mdpi.com
This manuscript presents a comprehensive review of recent advancements in electrical
distribution networks, with a specific focus on the incorporation of direct current (DC) …

Towards niche readiness: Achieving socio-economic maturity in the bottom-up transition to DC power systems

Y Schöpper, C Digmayer, R Bartusch… - … Innovation and Societal …, 2024 - Elsevier
Abstract Within Transition Studies, the Multi-Level Perspective and Strategic Niche
Management literature draws specific attention to forms and qualities of niches. However …

Cost analysis of distributed storage in AC and DC microgrids

DL Gerber, B Nordman, R Brown, J Poon - Applied Energy, 2023 - Elsevier
Building and microgrid designs with highly-distributed electrical storage have potential
advantages over today's conventional topologies with centralized storage. This paper …

Energy loss savings using direct current distribution in a residential building with solar photovoltaic and battery storage

P Ollas, T Thiringer, M Persson, C Markusson - Energies, 2023 - mdpi.com
This work presents a comparison of alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC)
distribution systems for a residential building equipped with solar photovoltaic (PV) …

Study of energy loss for distributed power-flow assignment in a smart home environment

R Khwanrit, Y Lim, S Javaid, S Kittipiyakul, Y Tan - Designs, 2022 - mdpi.com
Today, renewable energy resources are a critical component of distributed energy systems.
However, their intermittent nature makes them unstable energy sources, making them very …

Incorporating a Load-Shifting Algorithm for Optimal Energy Storage Capacity Design in Smart Homes

R Khwanrit, Y Lim, S Javaid, C Charoenlarpnopparut… - Designs, 2024 - mdpi.com
In today's power system landscape, renewable energy (RE) resources play a pivotal role,
particularly within the residential sector. Despite the significance of these resources, the …