Imagine using the electricity generated by solar panels without the need for expensive and time-consuming conversions from direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC). The good news is that the rise in DC-based appliances in the market is opening opportunities to do just that.
DC electricity is becoming increasingly popular, and this development offers an exciting new avenue for directly utilizing the electricity produced by photovoltaic (PV) panels. However, accurately measuring the behavior of DC and AC wiring systems can be challenging, as it requires costly and time-consuming experimental measurements.
To overcome these hurdles, a team of researchers has developed a mathematical model to predict the behavior of DC and AC wiring systems. The model was based on measurements taken at four voltage levels: 12 V DC, 24 V DC, 48 V DC, and 230 V AC. To validate the model, a digital simulation calibration using DigSilent was conducted. This approach offers a cost-effective and time-saving way to perform extensive measurements accurately.
The development of this mathematical model is a significant breakthrough as it provides a practical way to assess the feasibility and benefits of using DC electricity directly without the need for extensive experimental measurements. This development could help accelerate the adoption of DC electricity in various applications, resulting in more efficient and sustainable energy use.
The rise in DC-based appliances presents a fantastic opportunity to utilize DC electricity directly without needing expensive conversions. With this new mathematical model, it is now possible to accurately predict the behavior of DC and AC wiring systems, which could lead to more efficient and sustainable energy use.
Summary of: AC and DC House Wiring Efficiency Estimations Using a Fast Extensive Measurements Approach, by J. A. Qureshi et al.
Link to the article: https://journals.modernsciences.org/index.php/msj/article/view/26
References
- Qureshi, J. A., Lie, T. T., Gunawardane, K., & Kularatna, N. (2023). AC and DC House Wiring Efficiency Estimations Using a Fast Extensive Measurements Approach. Modern Sciences Journal, 12(1). https://doi.org/10.57184/msj.v12i1.26
