Title :
An optimization model for the application of an integrated cogeneration-thermal energy storage system
Author :
Martyak, Mark ; Devgan, Satinderpaul Singh
Author_Institution :
Smith Seckman Reid, Inc., Nashville, TN, USA
Abstract :
The authors present a conceptual framework for an integrated cogeneration/TES (thermal energy storage) system and develop an optimization model for such an application. The purpose of this model is to size equipment and select operating levels in order to maximize economic benefits to the end-user. One method of optimizing the operation is to minimize the total cost of energy using a linear programming model or graphical optimization within the system constraints. An energy system analysis of St. John´s Medical Center in Oxnard, California, was conducted as a case study
Keywords :
cogeneration; economics; linear programming; thermal energy storage; California; Oxnard; Saint John´s Medical Centre; economic benefits; graphical optimization; integrated cogeneration-thermal energy storage system; linear programming model; operating levels; optimization model; total cost minimisation; Cogeneration; Costs; Energy storage; Engines; Fuels; Heat recovery; Investments; Power industry; Refrigeration; Thermal loading;
Conference_Titel :
Southeastcon '91., IEEE Proceedings of
Conference_Location :
Williamsburg, VA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-0033-5
DOI :
10.1109/SECON.1991.147818
