Title :
Electronic control of small hydroelectric schemes using a microcomputer
Author :
Kormilo, S. ; Robinson, P.
Author_Institution :
Papua New Guinea University of Technology, Department of Electrical & Communication Engineering, Lae, Papua New Guinea
fDate :
7/1/1984 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The role of electronic load controllers in reducing the cost of small hydro schemes is explained with particular reference to the situation in Papua New Guinea. A prototype controller based on an AIM 65 microcomputer is described. Program algorithm and input/output circuitry are covered in detail. Conditions necessary for stable load controller operation are discussed and quantified. Laboratory and field test results are given, with indications of likely future developments.
Keywords :
controllers; hydroelectric power stations; load regulation; power station computer control; AIM 65 microcomputer; electronic load controllers; field test; input/output circuitry; laboratory tests; prototype controller; small hydroelectric schemes;
Journal_Title :
Computers and Digital Techniques, IEE Proceedings E
DOI :
10.1049/ip-e.1984.0024
