Benavides, D.; Arévalo, P.; Ortega, A.C.; Sánchez-Sutil, F.; Villa-Ávila, E. Energy Management Model for a Remote Microgrid Based on Demand-Side Energy Control. Energies2024, 17, 170.
Benavides, D.; Arévalo, P.; Ortega, A.C.; Sánchez-Sutil, F.; Villa-Ávila, E. Energy Management Model for a Remote Microgrid Based on Demand-Side Energy Control. Energies 2024, 17, 170.
Benavides, D.; Arévalo, P.; Ortega, A.C.; Sánchez-Sutil, F.; Villa-Ávila, E. Energy Management Model for a Remote Microgrid Based on Demand-Side Energy Control. Energies2024, 17, 170.
Benavides, D.; Arévalo, P.; Ortega, A.C.; Sánchez-Sutil, F.; Villa-Ávila, E. Energy Management Model for a Remote Microgrid Based on Demand-Side Energy Control. Energies 2024, 17, 170.
Abstract
The Internet of Things (IoT) is experiencing exponential growth, revolutionizing various industries with its ability to connect devices and enable advanced applications. In the realm of energy production, IoT offers significant potential for optimizing processes and improving efficiency. This study presents a comprehensive monitoring and energy management strategy for the University of Cuenca's microgrid photovoltaic (PV) system, utilizing IoT and ThingSpeak as key technologies. The proposed strategy leverages intelligent environments and utilizes ThingSpeak as a robust platform for data presentation and analysis. By integrating IoT devices and sensors, real-time monitoring of PV system parameters such as solar radiation and temperature is achieved. The collected data is then analyzed using advanced algorithms and visualized through ThingSpeak, enabling effective energy management and decision-making. The developed monitoring system was rigorously tested in a laboratory microgrid setting, where the PV system is interconnected with other generation and storage systems, as well as the electrical grid. Through the seamless integration of these components, the monitoring system provides enhanced visibility and control over the microgrid's energy production. The results demonstrate the successful implementation of the monitoring system, showcasing its ability to improve the supervision, automation, and analysis of daily energy production. By leveraging IoT technologies and ThingSpeak, stakeholders can access real-time data, analyze performance trends, and optimize energy resources.
Keywords
IoT, energy monitoring, energy management, ThingSpeak, photovoltaic, microgrid.
Subject
Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Copyright:
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