Title

Utility Benefits of Using the Time Frame Capacity Factor Reliability Model

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

8-17-2018

Abstract

The time frame capacity factor (TFCF) model is a novel method used to determine the reliability of a power system with integrated renewable energy sources. The only information that this model needs is the capacity factor of a unit over the course of a year (TFCF). The TFCF reliability model can be further developed to simplify a microgrid using overall output power and capacity factor data. In such an environment, the large power grid is simplified considerably, and unknown parameters are kept to a minimum. There are several factors that motivate utilities to model a whole microgrid with a single source. This paper discusses the advantages of the TFCF reliability model for utilities.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Proceedings of the IEEE Power Engineering Society Transmission and Distribution Conference

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