Title :
DC distribution systems — An overview
Author :
Prabhala, V.A.K. ; Baddipadiga, Bhanu Prashant ; Ferdowsi, M.
Author_Institution :
Electr. Eng. Dept., Missouri S&T, Rolla, MO, USA
Abstract :
This paper examines the existing and future dc distribution systems which has wide range of applications in data centers, telecommunication systems, residential homes, space crafts, electric vehicles, and aircrafts. The advantages and disadvantages of a dc distribution system are compared against their ac counterpart. Several dc distribution architectures are presented. Dc distribution systems are discussed from the cost, reliability, efficiency, and safety standpoints.
Keywords :
electrical safety; power distribution reliability; DC distribution systems; aircrafts; data centers; electric vehicles; power distribution cost; power distribution efficiency; power distribution reliability; power distribution safety; residential homes; space crafts; telecommunication systems; Batteries; Power system reliability; Reliability; Renewable energy sources; Safety; Servers;
Conference_Titel :
Renewable Energy Research and Application (ICRERA), 2014 International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Milwaukee, WI
DOI :
10.1109/ICRERA.2014.7016575
