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Micro Nuclear Reactors: Potential Replacements for Diesel Gensets within Micro Energy Grid
Peer-reviewed study evaluating microreactors as replacements for diesel generation within a campus-scale micro energy grid. Using optimization and case data from Ontario Tech University, scenarios compare microreactor-anchored portfolios against diesel and renewable mixes on cost,...
Gabbar, H. et al Ontario Tech University
Oct 05, 2020
Experimental Validation of a Diesel Genset Frequency Dynamics Model for Use in Remote Area Power Systems
Addresses the need for accurate diesel generator dynamic models in converter-dominated remote microgrids by experimentally identifying and validating a frequency dynamics model for a 400 kVA diesel genset. Notes that original vendor/system models often do not match observed field ...
Rauniyar, M. et al Electric Power Research Institute
Jun 12, 2024
MiGRIDS-lite
MiGRIDS lite is a lightweight version of the Microgrid Design and Impact Simulator (MiGRIDS) developed by the Alaska Center for Energy and Power. It provides code and sample data for modeling load profiles, renewable resource availability, and levelized cost of energy for microgri...
Bond, B. et al Alaska Center for Energy and Power
Mar 09, 2026
MicroGrid Renewable Integration Dispatch and Sizing (MiGRIDS) Analysis of Spinning and Regulating Reserve Options for Wind in an Alaskan Diesel Microgrid
Applies the open-source MicroGrid Renewable Integration Dispatch and Sizing (MiGRIDS) Python tool to assess operating reserve strategies in a wind-diesel microgrid relevant to Alaska. Compares options to reduce diesel spinning reserve and regulating requirements, including optimiz...
VanderMeer, J. et al University of Alaska Fairbanks
Dec 31, 2022
High-Fidelity Model of Stand-Alone Diesel Electric Generator With Hybrid Turbine-Governor Configuration for Microgrid Studies
Develops a high-fidelity dynamic model of a stand-alone diesel electric generator to support microgrid control design as inverter-based resources provide fast frequency response alongside diesel primary response. The model includes a synchronous machine, DC4B excitation with a V/H...
Shah, C. et al University of Alaska Fairbanks
Oct 02, 2022
Understanding Line Losses and Transformer Losses in Rural Isolated Distribution Systems
Rural, isolated power systems in the mainland U.S. and in states like Alaska and Hawaii are powered by assets like diesel generators. These rural, isolated power systems also cannot operate at the higher band of medium voltage (like 69kV). They are primarily in the 12 to 14 kV ran...
Prabakar, K. NLR
May 01, 2024
Integrating Renewable Energy: What You Need to Consider in Rural Alaska
ACEP guidance report for rural Alaska communities considering renewable integration into diesel-based microgrids, emphasizing that integration creates both opportunities and hidden costs. Explains why operating reserve capacity matters for sudden load changes and for managing inte...
Green, N. University of Alaska Fairbanks
Dec 31, 2020
Understanding Line Losses and Transformer Losses in Rural Isolated Distribution Systems: Preprint
Rural, isolated power systems in the mainland U.S. and in states like Alaska and Hawaii are powered by assets like diesel generators. These rural, isolated power systems also cannot operate at the higher band of medium voltage (like 69kV). They are primarily in the 12 to 14 kV ran...
Prabakar, K. et al NLR
Feb 29, 2024
Small Reactors in Microgrids Technical Studies Guidance
Guidance report from INL and partners describing use cases, modeling workflows, and technoeconomic inputs for assessing small-reactor-anchored microgrids. The document details data requirements, performance metrics, and risk considerations, with example configurations combining re...
Mar 30, 2026
Heila Microgrid Controller Validation Using CUBE: Cooperative Research and Development Final Report, CRADA Number CRD-17-663
This CRADA facilitates validation of the Heila IQ controller (microgrid controller) using NREL's Consolidated Utility Base Energy (CUBE) hardware platform. The CUBE microgrid platform includes power electronics and controls to integrate PV, battery, and diesel generator assets to ...
Shirazi, M. and Mather, B. NLR
Jul 31, 2018
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