A system and method for remotely managing electric power transfer comprising a power source, an electric vehicle charging device configured to transfer electric power from the power source to an electric vehicle, and a smart meter device coupled to the charging device on one end and the power source on another end. The smart meter device is configured to control the electric power transferred by the electric vehicle charging device (EVSE) is provided. The user may begin charging session by being authenticated using an NFC tag, an RFID badge, or LPR technology.
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Retail electricity provider services, namely, providing a service that allows customers to purchase energy, namely, renewable energy; energy management services, namely, providing a service that allows customers to purchase energy from various energy providers; Providing information in the field of energy efficiency; Providing a website featuring information in the field of energy efficiency as it relates to energy conservation and efficient energy usage; Promoting public awareness for consumers regarding energy usage Energy generation services; generation of renewable energy; electricity generation; natural gas treatment, namely, gas processing services Utility services, namely, transmitting and distributing electric power from renewable energy sources; electricity transmission and distribution services; distribution of renewable energy Providing on-line publications in the nature of articles in the field of environmental education, environmental conservation, energy efficiency, and energy sources, namely, natural gas, electric, wind power, solar power, and clean burning and renewable energy sources; Providing education services, namely, providing training in the field of energy management and utility services; Creating and administering educational programs, namely, developing, arranging, and conducting educational programs in the field of energy management and utility services
Non-conductive films for constructing lighter than air balloons are provided. A non-conductive film may comprise multiple layers of gas barrier polymers. An outer surface printable layer and an interior heat or ultrasonically sealable layer may also be included. Each gas barrier film may comprise multiple (e.g., from 3 to approximately 75) barrier layers. A gas barrier core has a nano-layer structure. A gas barrier core may also comprise a biodegradable film or a bio-based film. A non-conductive film may comprise a metal layer for enhancing gas barrier properties. The metal layer may be discontinuous. The metal layer may be conductive and coated with an insulating top coat.
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A system and method for remotely managing electric power transfer comprising a power source, an electric vehicle charging device configured to transfer electric power from the power source to an electric vehicle, and a smart meter device coupled to the charging device on one end and the power source on another end. The smart meter device is configured to control the electric power transferred by the electric vehicle charging device (EVSE) is provided.
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Generation of gas and electricity; Generation of renewable energy; Natural gas treatment, namely, gas processing services Providing information in the field of energy efficiency; Distribution of advertising materials regarding energy efficiency via television, radio, print ads, direct mail, email and social media and providing pamphlets, reports and brochures; Providing a website featuring public policy information in the field of energy reform and energy policy; Providing a website featuring information in the field of energy efficiency as it relates to energy conservation and efficient energy usage; Providing a website featuring information in the field of energy efficiency as it relates to energy utilities and energy usage; Retail electricity provider services, namely, providing a service that allows customers to purchase energy; Providing internet based online ordering services in the field of natural gas; Promoting public awareness for consumers regarding energy usage; Promoting public awareness of a balanced energy approach, namely, how consumers can achieve efficient energy usage; Consulting services in the fields of energy consumption and usage conservation to improve energy efficiency; Consulting services in the field of energy usage management and energy efficiency; Energy use management for others in industrial, commercial, governmental, and residential facilities Maintenance services for energy-related or energy-using equipment, namely, heating, cooling, lighting, and electrical power generating systems and machinery, in particular turbines, boilers, generators, chilling plants, lighting equipment and associated wiring, conduits and control apparatus, water heaters, home heating and air conditioning units, and home appliances; Energy consumption reducing equipment installation; Installation of electrical and generating machinery; Maintenance and repair of pipelines supplying residential, commercial, industrial and governmental buildings and facilities Electrical utility services, namely, the transmission and distribution of electricity; Transmission of oil or gas through pipelines; Storage and transport of natural gas; Energy distribution services, namely, natural gas and electric power distribution, transmission of gas through pipelines; natural gas utility services, namely, distribution, transmission through pipelines, and storage of natural gas; public utility services in the nature of the distribution of energy and natural gas; consulting services in the field of energy distribution Educational services, namely, developing, arranging, and conducting educational conferences and programs and providing courses of instruction in the field of energy consumption and efficiency, and utility management services; Educational services, namely, conducting classes, seminars, symposiums, colloquiums and workshops in the field of energy consumption and efficiency, and utility management services and distribution of educational materials in connection therewith; Education services, namely, providing a website featuring tutorial sessions and educational demonstrations in the field of energy utilities and energy usage, not downloadable; Providing on-line publications in the nature of articles in the field of environmental education, environmental conservation, energy efficiency, and energy sources, namely, natural gas, electric, wind power, solar power, and clean burning and renewable energy sources; Providing education services, namely, providing training in the field of energy management and utility services; Creating and administering educational programs, namely, developing, arranging, and conducting educational programs in the field of energy management and utility services
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Generation of gas and electricity; Generation of renewable energy; Natural gas treatment, namely, gas processing services Providing information in the field of energy efficiency; Distribution of advertising materials regarding energy efficiency via television, radio, print ads, direct mail, email and social media and providing pamphlets, reports and brochures; Providing a website featuring public policy information in the field of energy reform and energy policy; Providing a website featuring information in the field of energy efficiency as it relates to energy conservation and efficient energy usage; Providing a website featuring information in the field of energy efficiency as it relates to energy utilities and energy usage; Retail electricity provider services, namely, providing a service that allows customers to purchase energy; Providing internet based online ordering services in the field of natural gas; Promoting public awareness for consumers regarding energy usage; Promoting public awareness of a balanced energy approach, namely, how consumers can achieve efficient energy usage; Consulting services in the fields of energy consumption and usage conservation to improve energy efficiency; Consulting services in the field of energy usage management and energy efficiency; Energy use management for others in industrial, commercial, governmental, and residential facilities Maintenance services for energy-related or energy-using equipment, namely, heating, cooling, lighting, and electrical power generating systems and machinery, in particular turbines, boilers, generators, chilling plants, lighting equipment and associated wiring, conduits and control apparatus, water heaters, home heating and air conditioning units, and home appliances; Energy consumption reducing equipment installation; Installation of electrical and generating machinery; Maintenance and repair of pipelines supplying residential, commercial, industrial and governmental buildings and facilities Electrical utility services, namely, the transmission and distribution of electricity; Transmission of oil or gas through pipelines; Storage and transport of natural gas; Energy distribution services, namely, natural gas and electric power distribution, transmission of gas through pipelines; natural gas utility services, namely, distribution, transmission through pipelines, and storage of natural gas; public utility services in the nature of the distribution of energy and natural gas; consulting services in the field of energy distribution Educational services, namely, developing, arranging, and conducting educational conferences and programs and providing courses of instruction in the field of energy consumption and efficiency, and utility management services; Educational services, namely, conducting classes, seminars, symposiums, colloquiums and workshops in the field of energy consumption and efficiency, and utility management services and distribution of educational materials in connection therewith; Education services, namely, providing a website featuring tutorial sessions and educational demonstrations in the field of energy utilities and energy usage, not downloadable; Providing on-line publications in the nature of articles in the field of environmental education, environmental conservation, energy efficiency, and energy sources, namely, natural gas, electric, wind power, solar power, and clean burning and renewable energy sources; Providing education services, namely, providing training in the field of energy management and utility services; Creating and administering educational programs, namely, developing, arranging, and conducting educational programs in the field of energy management and utility services
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Managing grid interaction with interconnect socket adapter configured for an energy storage device
A system for managing grid interaction with an energy storage device includes an energy exchange server, a plurality of energy storage devices, a plurality of interconnect socket adapters, and a plurality of energy exchange controllers, each energy exchange controller coupling to one of the plurality of interconnect socket adapters and dictating energy consumption based on energy pricing data received from the energy exchange server. Each interconnect socket adapter electrically couples to the power grid, one or more energy sinks, and an energy storage device, and the energy exchange server receives a real-time energy consumption data set, a real-time energy production data set, a set of environmental parameters and a starting energy price, and generates a current aggregate electricity demand value as a function of the real-time energy consumption data set and the environmental parameters, a current aggregate electricity supply value as a function of the real-time energy production dataset and the environmental parameters, and a current energy price as a function of the starting energy price, the current aggregate electricity demand value, and the current aggregate electricity supply value.
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Non-conductive films for constructing lighter than air balloons are provided. A non-conductive film may comprise multiple layers of gas barrier polymers. An outer surface printable layer and an interior heat or ultrasonically sealable layer may also be included. Each gas barrier film may comprise multiple (e.g., from 3 to approximately 75) barrier layers. A gas barrier core has a nano-layer structure. A gas barrier core may also comprise a biodegradable film or a bio-based film. A non-conductive film may comprise a metal layer for enhancing gas barrier properties. The metal layer may be discontinuous. The metal layer may be conductive and coated with an insulating top coat.
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Promoting public awareness for consumers regarding energy usage, namely, how to use current and undiscovered technologies to create a resilient, reliable, and affordable infrastructure for the future; Promoting public awareness of a balanced energy approach, namely, how consumers can achieve efficient energy usage; Providing information and promotional materials about energy efficiency; Advertising and promotional services, namely, campaigns promoting energy usage management and the importance of utilizing all current and undiscovered technologies to create a resilient, reliable, and affordable infrastructure for energy utilization while protecting consumer choice; Providing information in the field of energy usage management and consumption pertaining to energy efficiency and demand response, namely, providing information about using current and undiscovered technologies to create a resilient, reliable, and affordable infrastructure for the future; Public policy research services in the field of energy management and consumption, namely, energy usage management; Providing a website featuring public policy information in the field of energy reform and energy policy Education services, namely, providing a website featuring tutorial sessions and demonstrations in the field of energy conservation and efficient energy usage; Education services, namely, providing a website featuring tutorial sessions and demonstrations in the field of energy utilities and energy usage, not downloadable; On-line journals, namely, blogs featuring environmental education, environmental conservation, energy efficiency, and energy sources, namely, natural gas, electric, wind power, solar power, and clean-burning and renewable energy sources; Providing on-line publications in the nature of articles in the field of environmental education, environmental conservation, energy efficiency, and energy sources, namely, natural gas, electric, wind power, solar power, and clean-burning and renewable energy sources
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Promoting public awareness for consumers regarding energy usage, namely, how to use current and undiscovered technologies to create a resilient, reliable, and affordable infrastructure for the future; Promoting public awareness of a balanced energy approach, namely, how consumers can achieve efficient energy usage; Providing information and promotional materials about energy efficiency; Advertising and promotional services, namely, campaigns promoting energy usage management and the importance of utilizing all current and undiscovered technologies to create a resilient, reliable, and affordable infrastructure for energy utilization while protecting consumer choice; Providing information in the field of energy usage management and consumption pertaining to energy efficiency and demand response, namely, providing information about using current and undiscovered technologies to create a resilient, reliable, and affordable infrastructure for the future; Public policy research services in the field of energy management and consumption, namely, energy usage management; Providing a website featuring public policy information in the field of energy reform and energy policy Education services, namely, providing a website featuring tutorial sessions and demonstrations in the field of energy conservation and efficient energy usage; Education services, namely, providing a website featuring tutorial sessions and demonstrations in the field of energy utilities and energy usage, not downloadable; On-line journals, namely, blogs featuring environmental education, environmental conservation, energy efficiency, and energy sources, namely, natural gas, electric, wind power, solar power, and clean-burning and renewable energy sources; Providing on-line publications in the nature of articles in the field of environmental education, environmental conservation, energy efficiency, and energy sources, namely, natural gas, electric, wind power, solar power, and clean-burning and renewable energy sources
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Systems and methods for verifying sub metering accuracy for electric vehicle charging stations
Some embodiments disclosed herein include systems and method for verifying meter accuracy. The system may include an electric vehicle charging station that includes a submeter that measures an amount of energy discharged from the electric vehicle charging station and to a connected electric vehicle. A meter test device may also be connected to the electric vehicle charging station to determine the accuracy of the submeter in local time.
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Providing grants to homeowners to make home improvements for the purpose of wildfire prevention; Providing services to review grant applications to homeowners to make home improvements for the purpose of wildfire prevention, namely, to review grant applications for applicant financial eligibility; Providing project grants for environmental awareness projects Providing information in the field of fire prevention; Providing online information resources in the field of fire prevention
A utility pole assembly includes an elongated structure and sensors mounted on the elongated structure for detecting and determining deflection and/or tilt. The elongated structure has a first end configured to be fixed into a ground and a second end that is free and located opposite the first end. A first sensor is positioned on the elongated body at or near the second end, and a second sensor is positioned on the elongated body between the first tilt sensor and the first end of the elongated body. The first and second sensors each include sensor circuitry configured for measuring movements in tilt values in at least two axes, which can be converted to tilt angles. The first and second tilt sensors, in combination, are configured for determining and distinguishing between elastic deflection of the elongated body and tilt of the elongated body.
Some embodiments disclosed herein include systems and method for verifying meter accuracy. The system may include an electric vehicle charging station that includes a submeter that measures an amount of energy discharged from the electric vehicle charging station and to a connected electric vehicle. A meter test device may also be connected to the electric vehicle charging station to determine the accuracy of the submeter in local time.
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Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. A power regulation module is disposed between the interconnection meter socket adapter, and configured to selectively connect one or more energy sources or energy sinks.
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. A power regulation module is disposed between the interconnection meter socket adapter, and configured to selectively connect one or more energy sources or energy sinks.
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. A power regulation module is disposed between the interconnection meter socket adapter, and configured to selectively connect one or more energy sources or energy sinks.
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An electrical service interface system include a configurable device and inverter mounted to an equipment tower, wherein each of the configurable device and inverter include alignment devices configured to rollably mount the configurable device and inverter to corresponding guides mounted to a support pad, and to align the configurable device to the inverter, and the inverter to the equipment tower. In an installed configuration, the configurable device electrically and mechanically couples to the inverter via a DC connector and one or more mounting systems, and the inverter mechanically and electrically couples to the equipment tower via an AC connector and one or more mounting systems.
An auxiliary power system for electrical substations is provided. The auxiliary power system enables both AC and DC equipment to be powered during prolonged power outages, and utilizes a substation fuel cell to provide a backup power source for designated black start cranking path substations.
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An auxiliary power system for electrical substations is provided. The auxiliary power system enables both AC and DC equipment to be powered during prolonged power outages, and utilizes a substation fuel cell to provide a backup power source for designated black start cranking path substations.
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INTERCONNECT SOCKET ADAPTER FOR ADAPTING ONE OR MORE POWER SOURCES AND POWER SINKS
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. A power regulation module is disposed between the interconnection meter socket adapter, and configured to selectively connect one or more energy sources or energy sinks.
An electrical service interface system include an energy storage device and inverter mounted to a transformer tower, wherein each of the energy storage device and inverter include guide wheels configured to rollably mount the energy storage device and inverter to corresponding guide rails mounted to a support pad, and to align the energy storage device to the inverter, and the inverter to the transformer tower. In an installed configuration, the energy storage device electrically and mechanically couples to the inverter via a DC connector and one or more latching mechanisms, and the inverter mechanically and electrically couples to the transformer tower via an AC connector and one or more latching mechanisms.
An electrical service interface system include an energy storage device and inverter mounted to a transformer tower, wherein each of the energy storage device and inverter include guide wheels configured to rollably mount the energy storage device and inverter to corresponding guide rails mounted to a support pad, and to align the energy storage device to the inverter, and the inverter to the transformer tower. In an installed configuration, the energy storage device electrically and mechanically couples to the inverter via a DC connector and one or more latching mechanisms, and the inverter mechanically and electrically couples to the transformer tower via an AC connector and one or more latching mechanisms.
Some embodiments of the time resilient system and methods disclosed herein can be configured to detect and defend against invalid time signals. According to various embodiments of the disclosed technology, the time resilient system include a receiver for collecting time signals sourced from an external clock. By way of example only, the external clock may be a high precision clock housed within a Global Positioning System. Other embodiments may include an internal clock calibrated to a time reflected on the external clock so that the internal clock and the external clock are synchronized. Additionally, a controller may monitor changes in time signals of the external over a period of time against the internal clock, where the system is alerted of a timing attack when the time signals collected from the receiver deviate a pre-determined time range with the time of the internal clock.
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. An interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a DC-AC inverter, which may be coupled to various energy sources. As such, the energy sources are coupled to an electrical power system. In addition, a connector such as a flexible cable or flexible conduit containing insulated wires can be provided for connecting various energy sources and/or sinks.
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Retail electricity provider services, namely, providing a service that allows customers to purchase energy, namely, renewable energy; energy management services, namely, providing a service that allows customers to purchase energy from various energy providers Utility services, namely, transmitting and distributing electric power from renewable energy sources; electricity transmission and distribution services; distribution of renewable energy
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System for detecting a falling electric power conductor and related methods
Methods and systems for detecting a falling power line in a power transmission or distribution system are described. Electrical measurements at various points in the power distribution system are used to detect changes in a power line indicating that the conductor has broken or become disconnected. Upon detection, control mechanisms are used to deenergize the conductor while the conductor is falling and/or before it contacts the ground.
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Managing grid interaction with an interconnect socket adapter configured for a solar power source
A system for managing grid interaction with a solar power source includes an energy exchange server, a plurality of solar energy sources, a plurality of interconnect socket adapters, and a plurality of energy exchange controllers, each energy exchange controller coupling to one of the plurality of interconnect socket adapters and dictating energy consumption based on energy pricing data received from the energy exchange server. Each interconnect socket adapter electrically couples to the power grid, one or more energy sinks, and a solar energy source, and the energy exchange server receives a real-time energy consumption data set, a real-time energy production data set, a set of environmental parameters and a starting energy price, and generates a current aggregate electricity demand value as a function of the real-time energy consumption data set and the environmental parameters, a current aggregate electricity supply value as a function of the real-time energy production dataset and the environmental parameters, and a current energy price as a function of the starting energy price, the current aggregate electricity demand value, and the current aggregate electricity supply value.
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Managing grid interaction with interconnect socket adapter configured for a wind power source
A system for managing grid interaction with a wind power source includes an energy exchange server, a plurality of wind energy sources, a plurality of interconnect socket adapters, and a plurality of energy exchange controllers, each energy exchange controller coupling to one of the plurality of interconnect socket adapters and dictating energy consumption based on energy pricing data received from the energy exchange server. Each interconnect socket adapter electrically couples to the power grid, one or more energy sinks, and a wind energy source, and the energy exchange server receives a real-time energy consumption data set, a real-time energy production data set, a set of environmental parameters and a starting energy price, and generates a current aggregate electricity demand value as a function of the real-time energy consumption data set and the environmental parameters, a current aggregate electricity supply value as a function of the real-time energy production dataset and the environmental parameters, and a current energy price as a function of the starting energy price, the current aggregate electricity demand value, and the current aggregate electricity supply value.
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H01R 33/76 - Holders with sockets, clips or analogous contacts, adapted for axially-sliding engagement with parallely-arranged pins, blades, or analogous contacts on counterpart, e.g. electronic tube socket
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Managing grid interaction with interconnect socket adapter configured for an energy storage device
A system for managing grid interaction with an energy storage device includes an energy exchange server, a plurality of energy storage devices, a plurality of interconnect socket adapters, and a plurality of energy exchange controllers, each energy exchange controller coupling to one of the plurality of interconnect socket adapters and dictating energy consumption based on energy pricing data received from the energy exchange server. Each interconnect socket adapter electrically couples to the power grid, one or more energy sinks, and an energy storage device, and the energy exchange server receives a real-time energy consumption data set, a real-time energy production data set, a set of environmental parameters and a starting energy price, and generates a current aggregate electricity demand value as a function of the real-time energy consumption data set and the environmental parameters, a current aggregate electricity supply value as a function of the real-time energy production dataset and the environmental parameters, and a current energy price as a function of the starting energy price, the current aggregate electricity demand value, and the current aggregate electricity supply value.
H01R 24/54 - Intermediate parts, e.g. adapters, splitters or elbows
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H01R 31/02 - Intermediate parts for distributing energy to two or more circuits in parallel, e.g. splitter
H02J 3/38 - Arrangements for parallelly feeding a single network by two or more generators, converters or transformers
H02J 3/00 - Circuit arrangements for ac mains or ac distribution networks
G01R 1/04 - HousingsSupporting membersArrangements of terminals
H01R 33/76 - Holders with sockets, clips or analogous contacts, adapted for axially-sliding engagement with parallely-arranged pins, blades, or analogous contacts on counterpart, e.g. electronic tube socket
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Managing power source interaction through an interconnect socket adapter configured with an electric vehicle sink
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. A power regulation module is disposed between the interconnection meter socket adapter, and configured to selectively connect one or more energy sources or energy sinks.
B60R 16/03 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems
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H01R 33/94 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for linking a counter-part to a coupling part
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Managing power source interaction through an interconnect socket adapter configured with an energy storage source/sink
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. A power regulation module is disposed between the interconnection meter socket adapter, and configured to selectively connect one or more energy sources or energy sinks.
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. A power regulation module is disposed between the interconnection meter socket adapter, and configured to selectively connect one or more energy sources or energy sinks.
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H02J 3/00 - Circuit arrangements for ac mains or ac distribution networks
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H01R 33/76 - Holders with sockets, clips or analogous contacts, adapted for axially-sliding engagement with parallely-arranged pins, blades, or analogous contacts on counterpart, e.g. electronic tube socket
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Managing a power exchange using interconnect socket adapters
A power exchange includes an energy exchange server and a plurality of exchange controllers, each exchange controller communicatively coupled to an interconnect socket adapter, wherein the energy exchange server receives a real-time energy consumption data set, a real-time energy production data set, a set of environmental parameters and a starting energy price, and generates a current aggregate electricity demand value as a function of the real-time energy consumption data set and the environmental parameters, a current aggregate electricity supply value as a function of the real-time energy production dataset and the environmental parameters, and a current energy price as a function of the starting energy price, the current aggregate electricity demand value, and the current aggregate electricity supply value.
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B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
H01R 31/02 - Intermediate parts for distributing energy to two or more circuits in parallel, e.g. splitter
H02J 3/38 - Arrangements for parallelly feeding a single network by two or more generators, converters or transformers
H02J 3/00 - Circuit arrangements for ac mains or ac distribution networks
G01R 1/04 - HousingsSupporting membersArrangements of terminals
H01R 33/76 - Holders with sockets, clips or analogous contacts, adapted for axially-sliding engagement with parallely-arranged pins, blades, or analogous contacts on counterpart, e.g. electronic tube socket
San Diego Gas & Electric Company c/o Sempra Energy (USA)
Inventor
Mount, Iii, Eldridge M.
Sanford, Denis S.
Abstract
Non-conductive films for constructing lighter than air balloons are provided. A non-conductive film may comprise multiple layers of gas barrier polymers. An outer surface printable layer and an interior heat or ultrasonically sealable layer may also be included. Each gas barrier film may comprise multiple (e.g., from 3 to approximately 75) barrier layers. A gas barrier core has a nano-layer structure. A gas barrier core may also comprise a biodegradable film or a bio-based film. A non-conductive film may comprise a metal layer for enhancing gas barrier properties. The metal layer may be discontinuous. The metal layer may be conductive and coated with an insulating top coat.
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B05D 5/00 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures
B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
B32B 15/08 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
B05D 1/28 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by transfer from the surfaces of elements carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. brushes, pads, rollers
B05D 3/00 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials
Non-conductive films for constructing lighter than air balloons are provided. A non-conductive film may comprise multiple layers of gas barrier polymers. An outer surface printable layer and an interior heat or ultrasonically sealable layer may also be included. Each gas barrier film may comprise multiple (e.g., from 3 to approximately 75) barrier layers. A gas barrier core has a nano-layer structure. A gas barrier core may also comprise a biodegradable film or a bio-based film. A non-conductive film may comprise a metal layer for enhancing gas barrier properties. The metal layer may be discontinuous. The metal layer may be conductive and coated with an insulating top coat.
B05D 5/06 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures to obtain multicolour or other optical effects
B05D 3/10 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by other chemical means
B05D 5/00 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures
B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
B32B 15/08 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
B05D 1/28 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by transfer from the surfaces of elements carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. brushes, pads, rollers
B05D 3/00 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. A power regulation module is disposed between the interconnection meter socket adapter, and configured to selectively connect one or more energy sources or energy sinks.
H01R 24/54 - Intermediate parts, e.g. adapters, splitters or elbows
H02B 1/03 - Boards, panels, desksParts thereof or accessories therefor for energy meters
B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
H01R 31/02 - Intermediate parts for distributing energy to two or more circuits in parallel, e.g. splitter
H02J 3/38 - Arrangements for parallelly feeding a single network by two or more generators, converters or transformers
H02J 3/00 - Circuit arrangements for ac mains or ac distribution networks
H01R 33/76 - Holders with sockets, clips or analogous contacts, adapted for axially-sliding engagement with parallely-arranged pins, blades, or analogous contacts on counterpart, e.g. electronic tube socket
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electric meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. An interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a DC-AC inverter, which may be coupled to various energy sources. As such, the energy sources are coupled to an electrical power system. In addition, a connector such as a flexible cable or flexible conduit containing insulated wires can be provided for connecting various energy sources and/or sinks.
G01R 3/00 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for the manufacture of measuring instruments
H01R 33/94 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for linking a counter-part to a coupling part
H01R 33/76 - Holders with sockets, clips or analogous contacts, adapted for axially-sliding engagement with parallely-arranged pins, blades, or analogous contacts on counterpart, e.g. electronic tube socket
39.
Distribution interconnection information systems and methods
A distribution interconnection system processes and manages interconnections into the distribution system for utilities. Various embodiments may manage and facilitate the application process. In addition, utilities may track and manage unauthorized operators, for example, via a reverse power flow detection process.
San Diego Gas & Electric Company, c/o Sempra Energy (USA)
Inventor
Torre, William Vincent
Myers, Amanda Louise
Colburn, Michael James
Abstract
The present invention provides a system and computer program product for implementing a smart transformer, comprising a processor, and a balancing algorithm residing on the processor, wherein the balancing algorithm is stored on a non-transitory computer readable medium having computer executable program code embodied thereon, the computer executable program code configured to cause the system to monitor and control an electric customer load and generation in order to optimize the performance of a distribution transformer, wherein the processor receives a plurality of system inputs and uses the balancing algorithm to determine a rating of the transformer and an amount of customer load.
H02H 7/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions for transformers
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
H02H 3/02 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection Details
San Diego Gas & Electric Company c/o Sempra Energy (USA)
Inventor
Mount, Iii, Eldridge M.
Sanford, Denis S.
Abstract
Non-conductive films for constructing lighter than air balloons are provided. A non-conductive film may comprise multiple layers of gas barrier polymers. An outer surface printable layer and an interior heat or ultrasonically sealable layer may also be included. Each gas barrier film may comprise multiple (e.g., from 3 to approximately 75) barrier layers. A gas barrier core has a nano-layer structure. A gas barrier core may also comprise a biodegradable film or a bio-based film. A non-conductive film may comprise a metal layer for enhancing gas barrier properties. The metal layer may be discontinuous. The metal layer may be conductive and coated with an insulating top coat.
San Diego Gas & Electric Company, c/o Sempra Energy (USA)
Inventor
Mount, Iii, Eldridge M.
Sanford, Denis S.
Abstract
Non-conductive films for constructing lighter than air balloons are provided. A non-conductive film may include multiple layers of gas barrier polymers. An outer surface printable layer and an interior heat or ultrasonically sealable layer may also be included. Each gas barrier film may include multiple (e.g., from 3 to approximately 75) barrier layers. A gas barrier core has a nano-layer structure. A gas barrier core may also include a biodegradable film or a bio-based film. A non-conductive film may include a metal layer for enhancing gas barrier properties. The metal layer may be discontinuous. The metal layer may be conductive and coated with an insulating top coat.
B32B 5/06 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments characterised by a fibrous layer needled to another layer, e.g. of fibres, of paper
B32B 15/08 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
Rigid non-conducting safety covers for the conductive components on an electrical utility pole are disclosed. The safety covers prevent arcing or current flowing to a user working on a utility pole. The safety covers extend over portions of the utility pole, cross arm and bracket mounting the cross arm to the utility pole.
Interconnection meter socket adapters are provided. An interconnection meter socket adapter comprises a housing enclosing a set of electrical connections. The interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a standard distribution panel and a standard electrical meter, thereby establishing connections between a distribution panel and a user such that electrical power may be delivered to the user while an electrical meter measures the power consumption of the user. An interconnection meter socket adapter may be configured to be coupled to a DC-AC converter, which may be coupled to various energy sources. As such, the energy sources are coupled to an electrical power system. In addition, a connector such as a flexible cable or flexible conduit containing insulated wires can be provided for connecting various energy sources and/or sinks.
Ground Potential Rise (GPR) systems and methods with depth sensing measure the GPR between the ground grid and the remote earth. Methods and systems described herein may provide a GPR measurement to an existing distance protection. A GPR system may comprise a set of potential transformers. The set of potential transformers may be coupled to different ground rods driven into the earth at different depths, respectively. One wire of the high voltage side of the potential transformer may be coupled to the ground grid of a substation, and the second wire of the potential transformer may be coupled to an insulated wire that is coupled to a ground rod or multiple of ground rods bonded together. The low voltage side of the potential transformer is used to connect Distance Relays, Voltage Relays, DFR or Alarms.
An adaptor for use to direct pressurized fluid into a glove to inflate the glove is disclosed. A kit for holding several test components for use to inflate a glove is also disclosed. The kit is provided for testing a glove for leakage. The components include an adaptor, a strap, and a portable pump, which can be either a DC-powered air compressor or a hand or foot pump. A method is also disclosed for inflating a glove to test the glove for leaks.
G01M 3/20 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by detecting the presence of fluid at the leakage point using special tracer materials, e.g. dye, fluorescent material, radioactive material
G01M 3/12 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by detecting the presence of fluid at the leakage point by observing elastic covers or coatings, e.g. soapy water
G01M 3/02 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum
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Aerial marker assemblies, components and related methods
Aerial markers are disclosed for hanging on overhead support cables at discrete spaced apart distances to warn passersby, such as airplanes, helicopters, hang gliders, hot air balloons, and the like of the presence of the cables. The aerial markers can be made in multiple parts, having various parting lines, including a vertical parting line, and can be hung in a spaced relationship to the support cables. To space the marker body from the support wire, a support frame is used to enable hanging the marker body via one or more external clamps. Direct connection is also possible.
Ground Potential Rise (GPR) sensors measure the GPR between the ground grid and the remote earth. A GPR sensor may provide a GPR measurement to an existing distance protection, which may operate based on this measurement automatically. A GPR sensor may comprise a potential transformer configured such that one wire of the high voltage side of the potential transformer is coupled to the ground grid of a substation. The second wire of the potential transformer is coupled to an insulated wire which is coupled to a ground rod or multiple of ground rods bonded together, that is driven into the earth. The low voltage side of the potential transformer is used to connect Distance Relays, Voltage Relays, DFR or Alarms.
G01R 27/14 - Measuring resistance by measuring current or voltage obtained from a reference source
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H02H 3/40 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to ratio of voltage and current
H02H 7/26 - Sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, e.g. for disconnecting a section on which a short-circuit, earth fault, or arc discharge has occurred
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Methods and systems for adaptive distance protection
Systems and methods for adaptive distance protection are provided. An adaptive ground distance protection system may be installed in a power system to provide an accurate measurement of the apparent impedance of the transmission lines thereby ensuring reliable and stable operations of the power system. The potential of a system ground in reference to the remote earth is measured and used in calculating the apparent impedance of a transmission line. An accurate assessment of the apparent impedance of a transmission line is therefore provided and reduces the risk of misoperation of relays. Existing protection systems of a power system may be augmented, for example, via a retrofitting process, to enhance reliability of the power system, reduce costs, reduce customer service interruption, and expand opportunities for deployment.
G01R 27/20 - Measuring earth resistanceMeasuring contact resistance of earth connections, e.g. plates
H02H 3/40 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to ratio of voltage and current
50.
System for detecting a falling electric power conductor and related methods
Methods and systems for detecting a falling power line in a power transmission or distribution system are described. Electrical measurements at various points in the power distribution system are used to detect changes in a power line indicating that the conductor has broken or become disconnected. Upon detection, control mechanisms are used to deenergize the conductor while the conductor is falling and/or before it contacts the ground.
H01H 83/00 - Protective switches, e.g. circuit-breaking switches, or protective relays operated by abnormal electrical conditions otherwise than solely by excess current
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H02H 3/44 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to the rate of change of electrical quantities
H02H 3/02 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection Details
H02H 3/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection Details with warning or supervision in addition to disconnection, e.g. for indicating that protective apparatus has functioned
H02H 3/26 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to difference between voltages or between currentsEmergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to phase angle between voltages or between currents
H02H 7/26 - Sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, e.g. for disconnecting a section on which a short-circuit, earth fault, or arc discharge has occurred
H02H 7/28 - Sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, e.g. for disconnecting a section on which a short-circuit, earth fault, or arc discharge has occurred for meshed systems
H02H 3/32 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to difference between voltages or between currentsEmergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to phase angle between voltages or between currents involving comparison of the voltage or current values at corresponding points in different conductors of a single system, e.g. of currents in go and return conductors
H02H 3/353 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to difference between voltages or between currentsEmergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to phase angle between voltages or between currents involving comparison of the voltage or current values at corresponding points in different conductors of a single system, e.g. of currents in go and return conductors of a three-phase system involving comparison of phase voltages
H02H 3/42 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to product of voltage and current
H02H 3/46 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to frequency deviations
H02H 3/48 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to loss of synchronism
51.
SYSTEM FOR DETECTING A FALLING ELECTRIC POWER CONDUCTOR AND RELATED METHODS
Methods and systems for detecting a falling power line in a power transmission or distribution system are described. Electrical measurements at various points in the power distribution system are used to detect changes in a power line indicating that the conductor has broken or become disconnected. Upon detection, control mechanisms are used to deenergize the conductor while the conductor is falling and/or before it contacts the ground.
H02H 7/22 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions for distribution gear, e.g. bus-bar systemsEmergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions for switching devices
52.
METHOD FOR DETECTION OF PLUG-IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING VIA INTERROGATION OF SMART METER DATA
A method and application that utilizes a signal processing algorithm is provided for detecting plug-in electric vehicle charging events through interrogation of smart meter data. The method is a form of non-invasive load monitoring that allows the utility to track plug-in electric vehicle charging events in real time or over extended periods. These parameters are suitably flexible so as to accommodate diverse electric vehicle technologies and a range of electric vehicle owners' charging habits. Application of the method facilitates the integration of electric vehicles into utilities' electrical grids, protection of the utilities' assets, geographic mapping of electric vehicle owners and charging events, managed charging through communication between the utility and the vehicle or owner, managed charging through the offer of time of use rates for electric vehicle owners, and an enabling technology to accompany other Smart Grid functions such as Vehicle-to-Grid distributed energy storage.
G01R 21/00 - Arrangements for measuring electric power or power factor
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Work platforms are generally discussed herein for providing expanded work space for their users with specific discussions extended to portable work platforms that are mountable on vertical or horizontal poles and the like, such as utility poles, for expanding useful work space. The portable work platform has a deck attached to a base by a beam, which is made from a non-conducting material. A strap assembly having a webbing is connected to the base and configured for use with a ratchet mechanism to tension the webbing around a pole to mount to the platform. The beam enhances electrical isolation between the deck and the base.
A method and application that utilizes a signal processing algorithm is provided for detecting plug-in electric vehicle charging events through interrogation of smart meter data. The method is a form of non-invasive load monitoring that allows the utility to track plug-in electric vehicle charging events in real time or over extended periods. These parameters are suitably flexible so as to accommodate diverse electric vehicle technologies and a range of electric vehicle owners' charging habits. Application of the method facilitates the integration of electric vehicles into utilities' electrical grids, protection of the utilities' assets, geographic mapping of electric vehicle owners and charging events, managed charging through communication between the utility and the vehicle or owner, managed charging through the offer of time of use rates for electric vehicle owners, and an enabling technology to accompany other Smart Grid functions such as Vehicle-to-Grid distributed energy storage.
G01R 21/00 - Arrangements for measuring electric power or power factor
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B60L 11/18 - using power supplied from primary cells, secondary cells, or fuel cells
55.
APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR FAULT DETECTION AND LOCATION DETERMINATION
An electrical waveform is received over an electrical power line. A plurality of nominal electrical parameters are determined for the electrical power network and the plurality of nominal electrical parameters are associated with a state of the electrical power network in the absence of at least one transitory electrical fault in the network. Subsequently, a plurality of electrical parameters of the electrical waveform are sampled when the at least one transitory electrical fault exists in the network. A plurality of inductances are determined based at least in part upon a comparison of the nominal electrical parameters and the plurality of sampled electrical parameters. The plurality of inductances are representative of inductances present in the network when the at least one transitory electrical fault exists in the network. The plurality of inductances are analyzed to determine a distance and/or direction to the at least one electrical fault.
The present invention provides a system and computer program product for implementing a smart transformer, comprising a processor, and a balancing algorithm residing on the processor, wherein the balancing algorithm is stored on a non- transitory computer readable medium having computer executable program code embodied thereon, the computer executable program code configured to cause the system to monitor and control an electric customer load and generation in order to optimize the performance of a distribution transformer, wherein the processor receives a plurality of system inputs and uses the balancing algorithm to determine a rating of the transformer and an amount of customer load.
H02J 3/46 - Controlling the sharing of output between the generators, converters, or transformers
H02J 13/00 - Circuit arrangements for providing remote indication of network conditions, e.g. an instantaneous record of the open or closed condition of each circuitbreaker in the networkCircuit arrangements for providing remote control of switching means in a power distribution network, e.g. switching in and out of current consumers by using a pulse code signal carried by the network
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Apparatus and method for fault detection and location determination
An electrical waveform is received over an electrical power line. A plurality of nominal electrical parameters are determined for the electrical power network and the plurality of nominal electrical parameters are associated with a state of the electrical power network in the absence of at least one transitory electrical fault in the network. Subsequently, a plurality of electrical parameters of the electrical waveform are sampled when the at least one transitory electrical fault exists in the network. A plurality of inductances are determined based at least in part upon a comparison of the nominal electrical parameters and the plurality of sampled electrical parameters. The plurality of inductances are representative of inductances present in the network when the at least one transitory electrical fault exists in the network. The plurality of inductances are analyzed to determine a distance and/or direction to the at least one electrical fault.
The present invention provides a system and computer program product for implementing a smart transformer, comprising a processor, and a balancing algorithm residing on the processor, wherein the balancing algorithm is stored on a non-transitory computer readable medium having computer executable program code embodied thereon, the computer executable program code configured to cause the system to monitor and control an electric customer load and generation in order to optimize the performance of a distribution transformer, wherein the processor receives a plurality of system inputs and uses the balancing algorithm to determine a rating of the transformer and an amount of customer load.
G01R 31/00 - Arrangements for testing electric propertiesArrangements for locating electric faultsArrangements for electrical testing characterised by what is being tested not provided for elsewhere
G01R 21/06 - Arrangements for measuring electric power or power factor by measuring current and voltage
G01R 19/00 - Arrangements for measuring currents or voltages or for indicating presence or sign thereof
G05F 5/00 - Systems for regulating electric variables by detecting deviations in the electric input to the system and thereby controlling a device within the system to obtain a regulated output
G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
G08B 21/00 - Alarms responsive to a single specified undesired or abnormal condition and not otherwise provided for
G01R 21/133 - Arrangements for measuring electric power or power factor by using digital technique
G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions
G05F 1/12 - Regulating voltage or current wherein the variable is actually regulated by the final control device is AC
G05F 1/46 - Regulating voltage or current wherein the variable actually regulated by the final control device is DC
G05F 3/04 - Regulating voltage or current wherein the variable is AC
H03H 7/48 - Networks for connecting several sources or loads, working on the same frequency or frequency band, to a common load or source
H02H 7/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions for transformers
H02H 5/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal non-electric working conditions with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to abnormal temperature
H02H 3/02 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection Details
The present invention provides a system and computer program product for implementing a smart transformer, comprising a processor, and a balancing algorithm residing on the processor, wherein the balancing algorithm is stored on a non- transitory computer readable medium having computer executable program code embodied thereon, the computer executable program code configured to cause the system to monitor and control an electric customer load and generation in order to optimize the performance of a distribution transformer, wherein the processor receives a plurality of system inputs and uses the balancing algorithm to determine a rating of the transformer and an amount of customer load.
The present invention provides a system and computer program product for implementing a smart transformer, comprising a processor, and a balancing algorithm residing on the processor, wherein the balancing algorithm is stored on a non-transitory computer readable medium having computer executable program code embodied thereon, the computer executable program code configured to cause the system to monitor and control an electric customer load and generation in order to optimize the performance of a distribution transform wherein the processor receives a plurality of system inputs and uses the balancing algorithm to determine a rating of the transformer and an amount of customer load.
G05D 17/00 - Control of torqueControl of mechanical power
G01R 31/00 - Arrangements for testing electric propertiesArrangements for locating electric faultsArrangements for electrical testing characterised by what is being tested not provided for elsewhere
G01R 21/06 - Arrangements for measuring electric power or power factor by measuring current and voltage
G01R 19/00 - Arrangements for measuring currents or voltages or for indicating presence or sign thereof
G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
G08B 21/00 - Alarms responsive to a single specified undesired or abnormal condition and not otherwise provided for
H02H 7/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions for transformers
H02H 5/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal non-electric working conditions with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to abnormal temperature
G01R 21/133 - Arrangements for measuring electric power or power factor by using digital technique
G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions
G05F 1/12 - Regulating voltage or current wherein the variable is actually regulated by the final control device is AC
G05F 1/46 - Regulating voltage or current wherein the variable actually regulated by the final control device is DC
G05F 3/04 - Regulating voltage or current wherein the variable is AC
G05B 24/02 - Open-loop automatic control systems not otherwise provided for electric
H02J 1/00 - Circuit arrangements for dc mains or dc distribution networks
H02J 3/12 - Circuit arrangements for ac mains or ac distribution networks for adjusting voltage in ac networks by changing a characteristic of the network load
H03H 7/48 - Networks for connecting several sources or loads, working on the same frequency or frequency band, to a common load or source
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Modularized interface and related method for connecting plug-in electric vehicles to the energy grid
This invention is directed to a modularized interface for connecting a plug-in electric vehicle to the energy grid. For use with public or semi-public outlets, the modularized interface comprises a module and a smart socket, where the module is integrated within or capable of being connected to, the vehicle's charging interface. The module is normally disabled, but is enabled only after the end user is authenticated, the smart socket and its associated meter have been identified, and the module and the end user's account with the local utility are validated. The module meters the energy consumption, and, when the module is disconnected from the smart socket, indicating termination of the charging session, the metered data is communicated to the utility for updating the end user's account, and the module is disabled. The module is also capable of use with conventional outlets located, for example, in private residences.
H02J 7/14 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries for charging batteries from dynamo-electric generators driven at varying speed, e.g. on vehicle
