HYBRID POWER CUBE

Abstract

Disclosed is a hybrid power cube having at least one inverter and an analyzer which are connected to at least one solar energy source or other alternative energy sources, at least one generator, at least one mains energy and a battery, receives the electrical energy from the solar energy source and/or other alternative energy sources, generator, mains energy and battery according to the determined conditions, transmits the continuous and uninterrupted energy to the energy consumption center and contains the necessary energy optimization software.

Claims

1. A hybrid power cube comprising at least one inverter and an analyzer which are connected to at least one solar energy source or other alternative energy sources, at least one generator, at least one mains energy and a battery, receives the electrical energy from said solar energy source and/or other alternative energy sources, the generator, the mains energy and the battery according to the determined conditions, transmits the continuous and uninterrupted energy to an energy consumption center and contains energy optimization software.

2. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, wherein elements which provide the hybrid power cube with energy are the solar energy source and/or other alternative energy sources, the generator, the mains energy, and the battery.

3. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, wherein instead of the solar energy source, the wind energy source or other alternative energy sources can be used as an alternative to each other or together.

4. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, wherein the battery is a device used to store the energy in the case that the solar energy source and other energy sources used to provide the system with the energy as well as used in the system are sufficient.

5. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, wherein the at least one inverter in the hybrid power cube is an energy converter and planner which includes the software.

6. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, wherein the at least one inverter, comprises multiple inverters connected to each other to work synchronously.

7. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, further comprising a PLC system integrated into the system and containing the embedded software or a computer system containing at least one processor can be used to provide the energy optimization.

8. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, wherein the hybrid power cube includes a main accumulator braker.

9. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, comprising a mains input socket to which the mains energy is connected, a generator input socket to which the energy taken from the generator is connected, a solar energy positive input to which the solar energy source is connected, and a solar energy negative input.

10. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, further comprising a hybrid inverter in the case that the excess energy produced is transmitted to the mains or other energy consumption centers, and it comprises the inputs-outputs and fuses to transmit said excess energy to the mains or other energy consumption centers, and a counter for the energy measurement.

11. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, comprising a mains input fuse in the mains input and a generator input fuse at the generator input.

12. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, comprising a main power output socket—3 phase, main power output—1 phase, power output fuse—3 phase, and power output fuse—1 phase which are connected to the energy consumption center.

13. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, wherein the hybrid power cube includes a 1-phase output, if desired, or only 3-phase output.

14. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, comprising a generator start socket connected to the generator and comprises the generator transfer panel to activate the system automatically.

15. A hybrid power cube according to claim 1, comprising at least one front cover that allows the connections or adjustments to be made, at least one fan group for cooling, and at least one monitoring window which allows observing the inside of the cube or the indicators from the outside.

16. A method of running a software included in said inverter providing the continuous and uninterrupted energy between the energy sources connected to the hybrid power cube of claim 1, including said inverter and the energy consumption center providing said hybrid power cube with the energy, wherein the method of running said software comprises technically the steps of: making all connections (100); activating the second primary energy source in case of decrease or cut-off of the first primary energy source defined or determined by the user (200); controlling the system while the second primary energy source is active and, if possible, activating the first primary energy source, if not, ensuring the energy continuity with the second primary energy source (300); in the case that the second primary energy source is decreased or cut off, activating the next appropriate energy source (400); controlling the system while the next primary energy source is active and if possible, activating the first primary energy source, if not, ensuring the energy continuity with the second primary energy source and activating the next energy source or battery if the activation of the second primary energy source is not possible (500); and controlling the system while the next primary energy source is active and providing the system with the uninterrupted energy by activating the most appropriate energy source (600).

17. A method according to claim 16, comprising the steps of connecting the hybrid power cube to all alternative energy sources, the generator and mains in the step of making all connections (100), and ensuring that the system starts working such that it receives the electrical energy from the first primary energy source.

18. A method according to claim 16, comprising the step of activating the second primary energy source in case of decrease or cut-off of the energy from the first primary energy sources through the signal or information from the inverters while receiving the electrical energy from the first primary energy source of the system in the step of activating the second primary energy source in case of decrease or cut-off of the first primary energy source defined or determined by the user (200).

19. A method according to claim 16, wherein in the case that the second primary energy source is decreased or cut off, it comprises the step of reactivating the first primary energy source through the signals or information received from the inverters, if possible, and if it is not possible, ensuring that the second primary energy source energizes the system in the steps of controlling the system while the second primary energy source is active and if possible, activating the first primary energy source, if not, ensuring the energy continuity with the second primary energy source (300).

20. A method according to claim 16, comprising the step of eliminating waiting for the first primary energy source to activate before the second primary energy source decreases or is cut off and converting the energy flow into the first primary energy source in the system if the first primary energy source can be activated.

21. A method according to claim 16, wherein in the case that the second primary energy source is decreased or cut off, it comprises the step of activating the next primary energy source in the step of activating the next appropriate energy source in the case that the second primary energy source is decreased or cut off (400).

22. A method according to claim 16, comprising the step of controlling the system while the next primary energy source is active and if possible, activating the first primary energy source, if not, ensuring the energy continuity with the second primary energy source and activating the next energy source or battery if the activation of the second primary energy source is not possible (500).

23. A method according to claim 16, comprising the steps of controlling the system by the inverters while the next primary energy source is active in the system and providing the uninterrupted energy by activating the most appropriate energy source in the step of controlling the system while the next primary energy source is active and providing the uninterrupted energy by activating the most appropriate energy source (600).

24. A method according to claim 16, wherein the last primary energy source is preferably the battery.

Description

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] FIG. 1 is the schematic picture showing the location of the hybrid power cube of the invention in an energy system.

[0023] FIG. 2 is the picture showing the side and perspective views of the hybrid power cube of the invention.

[0024] FIG. 3 is the detailed picture showing the control and connection parts of the hybrid power cube of the invention.

[0025] FIG. 4 is the perspective exploded or sectional picture of the hybrid power cube of the invention.

[0026] FIG. 5 is the schematic picture of the hybrid power cube of the invention, showing the inverter connections.

[0027] FIG. 6 is the process flowchart showing the operating system of the hybrid power cube of the invention.

REFERENCE NUMERALS OF THE PARTS AND SECTIONS TO SERVE FOR THE DISCLOSURE OF THE INVENTION

[0028] 1—Hybrid power cube [0029] 2—Solar energy source [0030] 3—Generator [0031] 4—Wind energy source [0032] 5—Mains energy [0033] 6—Energy consumption center [0034] 7—Battery [0035] 8—Inverter [0036] 9—Analyzer [0037] 10—Front cover [0038] 11—Fan group [0039] 12—Monitoring window [0040] 13—Mains input socket [0041] 14—Generator input socket [0042] 15—Mains input fuse [0043] 16—Generator input fuse [0044] 17—Solar energy positive input [0045] 19—Solar energy negative input [0046] 19—Main accumulator braker [0047] 20—Main power output socket—3 phase [0048] 21—Power output fuse—3 phase [0049] 22—Power output fuse—1 phase [0050] 23—Main power output—1 phase [0051] 24—Generator start socket

Process Flow Charts to Serve for Describing the Invention

[0052] 100—Making all connections [0053] 200—Activating the second primary energy source in case of decrease or cut-off of the first primary energy source defined or determined by the user. [0054] 300—Controlling the system while the second primary energy source is active and if possible, activating the first primary energy source, if not ensuring the energy continuity with the second primary energy source. [0055] 400—In the case that the second primary energy source is decreased or cut off, activating the next appropriate energy source. [0056] 500—Controlling the system while the next primary energy source is active and if possible, activating the first primary energy source, if not, ensuring the energy continuity with the second primary energy source and activating the next energy source or battery if the second primary energy source is not possible. [0057] 600—Controlling the system while the next primary energy source is active and providing the uninterrupted energy to the system by activating the most appropriate energy source.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0058] The invention offers solutions in every field where the uninterrupted energy is needed, and it is related to a hybrid device that has more than one electricity generation and distribution function in its structure and that provides an optimum energy continuity according to the conditions determined among them. The invention consists of a hybrid structure that produces and stores the electricity from petroleum products, the solar energy, the wind energy, or other renewable energy generation sources simultaneously or alternatively, and can feed the system by making the most appropriate optimization of the energy needed. The invention may vary depending on the technical specifications in many dimensions and on a project basis. Therefore, the patent right should not be limited to certain patterns or sizes. The illustrations used in the invention are given only to facilitate the understanding of the invention. It should not be obligatory.

[0059] The hybrid power cube of the invention is the picture that schematically shows which energy sources and which type of energy receivers or energy consumption centers (such as a house, factory) are used in FIG. 1. FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of the hybrid power cube and FIG. 3 shows the view of the panel that enables the hybrid power cube of the invention to be practically integrated into the system in a “plug-and-run” manner. FIG. 4 shows the perspective exploded or sectional picture of the hybrid power cube of the invention. FIG. 5 shows the general connection of the system schematically. FIG. 6 shows the flowchart of the general operation of the system, which shows how the hybrid power cube of the invention provides the energy continuity by optimizing.

[0060] The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention most generally contains at least one inverter 8 and an analyzer 9 which are connected to at least one solar energy source 2 or other alternative energy sources, at least one generator 3, at least one mains energy 5 and battery 7, receives the electrical energy from said solar energy source 2 and/or other alternative energy sources, generator 3, mains energy 5 and battery 7 according to the determined conditions, transmits the continuous and uninterrupted energy to the energy consumption center 6 and contains the necessary energy optimization software. The elements that provide the hybrid power cube 1 of the invention with the energy are the solar energy source 2, the generator 3, the mains energy 5 and the battery 7. Here, instead of the solar energy source, the wind energy source 4 can be used as an alternative source or together. Here again, other renewable energy sources can be used together or as an alternative to each other. The generator 3 may be a generator using the petroleum-based fuel in the state of the art, or it may be the generators working with biodiesel or other systems. The battery 7 contained in the hybrid power cube 1 of the invention is used not only to supply the electrical energy to the system, but also to store the energy if the solar energy source 2 and other energy sources used in the system are sufficient. That is, the battery 7 is used both to store the energy and to provide a continuous and uninterrupted transition in energy preferences. In the hybrid power cube 1 of the invention, the inverter 8 that provides the main function of the invention is an energy converter and planner which includes the software therein.

[0061] Here, the planning means the supply of the energy according to the determined priorities and its continuous transmission to the relevant places without interruption. The planning of the use of the energy can be in predetermined sequences as well as in a structure that can be changed according to the user's preference. There can be at least one inverter 8 in the hybrid power cube 1 of the invention, but also in different numbers. For example, as seen in FIG. 5, three inverters or more inverters can be connected to each other in a synchronized manner and the flow of electrical energy can be regulated. In this case, there may be the inverters such as the first inverter, the second inverter, the third inverter, etc. On the other hand, instead of the inverter 8, a PLC system integrated into the system and containing the embedded software or, if necessary, a computer system containing at least one processor can be used to provide the energy optimization. The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention can provide the electrical energy to the energy consumption center 6 as seen in FIG. 1. In addition, there may be devices in the state of the art or devices that can be used in the light of new developments, performing a similar function instead of the inverter 8 that performs the energy conversion and optimization in the system. That is, the word “inverter” alone should not be obligatory. The fact that it is a device that converts the energy and provides the optimization is important. The term used as “inverter” should be understood broadly. Here, the energy consumption center 6 can be an environment where all kinds of energy are used, such as a house, building, workplace, mobile stations.

[0062] The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention also allows the safe integration of other systems with the inputs and outputs that it contains. As the system does not require technical expertise, it is possible to activate the system by simply making the connections, also known as “plug-and-run” in the market. The system settings can be made in advance or easily changed later, depending on geographical location, energy possibilities, or economic conditions. The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention contains the main accumulator breaker 19. The main accumulator breaker 19 prevents dangerous electric current from flowing from the battery 7 during the connection or technical work. The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention contains the mains input socket 13 to which the mains energy 6 is connected, the generator input socket 14 to which the energy taken from the generator 3 is connected, the solar energy positive input 17 to which the solar energy source 2 is connected, and the solar energy negative input 18 elements. Instead of the solar energy source 2, the wind energy source 4 can also be connected to the system. In this case, the connections will be compatible with it. Or, if desired, all alternative energy sources (solar, wind, water, etc.) can be connected to the system separately or as alternatives to each other. In this case, the input elements to the system will be arranged according to these energy sources. The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention includes a mains input fuse 15 at the mains input and a generator input fuse 16 at the generator input. The fuses here provide the energy security against the dangers that may occur in variable electric currents or high voltage. The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention contains the main power output socket—3 phase 20, main power output—1 phase 23, power output fuse—3 phase 21, and power output fuse—1 phase 22 elements which are connected to the energy consumption center 6. Only 1-phase and only 3-phase output can be applied in different models. The generator star socket 24 contained in the system is connected to the generator 3. There is a generator transfer panel in the system for automatic activation of the system. This detail did not need to be shown in the pictures. The mentioned structure allows the generator to be activated automatically with the control of the inverters 8, or manually if desired.

[0063] The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention can not be only used for taking the energy from the mains energy 5, generator 3, solar energy source 2, and/or other energy sources and transmitting it to the consumption center uninterruptedly, but also for returning the generated energy to the mains (or to another location). For this purpose, namely, to supply the energy to the mains or the relevant outdoor area, suitable equipment must be added. That is, the inputs and outputs, fuses and inverters must be hybrids such that they can work both ways, not single-sided. For example, the hybrid inverter or equivalent devices should be used instead of the inverter known as an on-mains inverter on the market.

[0064] The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention has at least one front cover 10 that allows the connections or adjustments to be made, at least one fan group 11 for cooling, and at least one monitoring window 12 which allows observing the inside of the cube or the indicators from the outside are included.

[0065] The hybrid power cube 1 as specified above receives the electrical energy from the different places through the inverters 8 and the software included in it and provides the energy continuously and uninterruptedly to places such as houses, workplaces, warehouses, buildings, mobile areas, which are the energy consumption centers 6. Here, the uninterrupted energy will undoubtedly be provided at a minimum cost or minimum effort. Therefore, the primary energy source will be the solar energy source 2 and/or the wind energy source 4 which is/are the alternative energy source(s). Then the mains energy 5 and the generator 3 may be the alternative energy sources. The battery 7 is basically used to provide the short-term energy during the power cuts. However, these batteries are not limited to a short time, they can also be used as a basic energy provider according to the battery capacity. On the other hand, in regions where oil or fuel is cheap, the generator 3 may be the main energy provider. Accordingly, in the planning of the system, the priority may be the renewable energy source such as a solar energy source 2, then the mains energy 5, then the generator 3, and the battery 7. However, this order is for example only. Generally accepted criteria is the determination of priorities according to the energy opportunities. As stated above, the solar energy source 2 has priority over the generator 3 in the countries in Turkey and Europe. That is, the system ranks the energy sources as the first primary energy source and the second primary energy source. The battery 7 can be the primary energy source in the first, second, or any stage, or it can also be an energy source that works as a buffer and ensures the continuity by running the system for a limited time. That is, in the system, there is an energy source grouping such as the first primary energy source, the second primary energy source, next primary energy source.

[0066] In regions where the solar energy is easy and cheap, the first primary energy source may be the solar energy source 2, and the second primary energy source may be the generator 3 or the mains energy source 5. The next energy source can be an alternative energy source, if available, or the battery 7. While the battery 7 is often the next energy source after the alternative energy source, it can sometimes be the last preferred energy source. Accordingly, the inverters 8 will operate the system according to a general logic rule for the uninterrupted energy after the hybrid power cube is connected with the most suitable energy sources, thanks to the software included in it. That is; [0067] 100—Making all connections [0068] 200—Activating the second primary energy source in case of decrease or cut-off of the first primary energy source defined or determined by the user. [0069] 300—Controlling the system while the second primary energy source is active and if possible, activating the first primary energy source, if not, ensuring the energy continuity with the second primary energy source. [0070] 400—In the case that the second primary energy source is decreased or cut off, activating the next appropriate energy source. [0071] 500—Controlling the system while the next primary energy source is active and if possible, activating the first primary energy source, if not ensuring the energy continuity with the second primary energy source and activating the next energy source or battery if the second primary energy source is not possible. [0072] 600—Controlling the system while the next primary energy source is active and providing the uninterrupted energy to the system by activating the most appropriate energy source.

[0073] This algorithm or flowchart described above is a general operation of the system. The stage and/or process details of this process are given below;

Making all Connections 100

[0074] At this step, it is ensured that the hybrid power cube 1 is connected to all alternative energy sources, generator and mains and the system is started to operate as it receives the electrical energy from the first primary energy source. The battery 7 is in the cube in a connected state, or if necessary, it is positioned in a separate place and the connection is made. Here, the first primary energy source may be the solar energy source 2, alternative energy sources, and mains energy source.

Activating the Second Primary Energy Source in Case of Decrease or Cut-Off of the First Primary Energy Source Defined or Determined by the User 200

[0075] While the system receives the electrical energy from the first primary energy source, it is ensured that the second primary energy source is activated in the case that the energy from the first primary energy sources decreases or is cut off through the signals or information coming from the inverters. Here, the second primary energy source may be the generator 3, mains energy or battery.

Controlling the System While the Second Primary Energy Source is Active and if Possible, Activating the First Primary Energy Source, if not Ensuring the Energy Continuity with the Second Primary Energy Source 300

[0076] In the case that the second primary energy source decreases or is cut off, it is ensured that the first primary energy source is reactivated through the signals or information received from the inverters, if possible, and if it is not possible, the second primary energy source energizes the system. Here, it is not expected that the first primary energy source will activate unless the second primary energy source decreases or is cut off. If the first primary energy source can be activated, that is, if the first primary energy source is at a level to provide energy, it is also possible for the system to return the energy flow to the first primary energy source.

In the Case that the Second Primary Energy Source is Decreased or Cut Off, Activating the Next Appropriate Energy Source 400

[0077] In the case that the second primary energy source is decreased or cut off, it is ensured that the next appropriate energy source is activated. As stated in the previous stage, it should not be forgotten that before the next primary energy source is activated, it is checked whether it is possible to activate the first primary energy source. The next primary energy source may be the generator 3 or the battery 7.

Controlling the System while the next Primary Energy Source is Active and if Possible, Activating the First Primary Energy Source, if not, Ensuring the Energy Continuity with the Second Primary Energy Source and Activating the Next Energy Source or Battery if the Second Primary Energy Source is not Possible 500

[0078] It should be noted that this stage is a control stage. Here, when the next primary energy source is active, it is ensured that the system is controlled and the first primary energy source is activated if it is possible, otherwise the energy continuity is provided by the second primary energy source, if the second primary energy source is not possible, the next primary energy source or battery is activated.

Controlling the System While the Next Primary Energy Source is Active and Providing the Uninterrupted Energy to the System by Activating the Most Appropriate Energy Source 600

[0079] While the next primary energy source is active in the system, it is possible to control the system by the inverters and to provide the uninterrupted energy by activating the most appropriate energy source. Here, the most appropriate energy source is the energy sources such as the first primary energy, the second primary energy the next primary energy. The last primary energy source will preferably be the battery 7.

[0080] The hybrid power cube 1 of the invention takes the energy from the most appropriate place and supplies the energy to the energy consumption center 6 without interruption, thanks to the inverters 8 containing the software it has. For this reason, the system can also be described as an “intelligent energy management” or “intelligent” hybrid power cube.

INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY OF THE INVENTION

[0081] The hybrid power cube of the invention is a device that can be used in many fields. It is an invention that can be used in industry, factories, hospitals, military projects, field services where micro-mains is needed, mixed life projects, etc., in every field where energy is needed. Based on its intended use, the hybrid power cube is the key element of a micro mains. It offers important solutions to the user with its wide possibilities in the electricity generation. The hybrid power cube minimizes the transition time, especially in the energy transition processes that pose a serious problem in the fields where the generators are used and the users will be able to receive the uninterrupted energy without feeling this process and without experiencing financial losses.

[0082] The hybrid power cube of the invention can be put on the market as a package, or it can be put on the market without batteries, in connection with a separate battery group. As the application area can range from small energy providers to large power plants, their sizes can be very different.