Dissertation
An electrical-thermal circuit framework for utilizing buildings as controllable power system loads
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Drexel University
Jun 2018
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17918/00000084
Abstract
The primary goal of this thesis is to provide a framework for utilizing buildings as controllable load resources for the electrical grid. Specifically, this thesis focuses on identifying thermostatic control capabilities of buildings and the consequent impact of building load variations on electric grid operation. Space conditioning of commercial, residential, and industrial buildings represents a significant portion of the electrical demand. Consequently, the electrical-thermal characteristics of these HVAC loads can be exploited to yield a significant load resource. As a consequence of the smart grid initiative, many building managers now have the opportunity to participate in electric energy markets. Under demand response (DR) programs buildings are able to bid spare capacity as controllable load resources for electric grid operation, a privilege formerly reserved for generators. The present research presents a framework to investigate the impacts of such DR actions as well as possibilities for buildings to adopt more active roles in building-grid operation. To this end, an electrical-thermal building model is developed, model-based control capabilities are evaluated, and the building model is integrated into power system analysis. The overarching goal is to facilitate better understanding of integrated building-grid behavior and to promote active coordination between building managers and electric grid operators.
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- Title
- An electrical-thermal circuit framework for utilizing buildings as controllable power system loads
- Creators
- Mohammed Kader Muthalib
- Contributors
- Karen Nan Miu (Advisor)
- Awarding Institution
- Drexel University
- Degree Awarded
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
- Publisher
- Drexel University; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of pages
- xvi, 201 pages
- Resource Type
- Dissertation
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- College of Engineering (1970-2026); Electrical (and Computer) Engineering (1970-2026); Drexel University
- Other Identifier
- 991014695145604721