公开(公告)号：US20120267951A1

公开(公告)日：2012-10-25

申请号：US13469328

申请日：2012-05-11

Applicant: John S. Pifer ,  Andrew J. Edwards

Inventor： John S. Pifer ,  Andrew J. Edwards

IPC: H02J9/00

CPC classification number: H02J9/06 ,  Y10T307/344 ,  Y10T307/615 ,  Y10T307/647 ,  Y10T307/696 ,  Y10T307/702 ,  Y10T307/724 ,  Y10T307/729 ,  Y10T307/735 ,  Y10T307/832

Abstract: Systems and methods for power delivery to a load through a transfer switch are provided. The transfer switch has a first input terminal coupled to a source of a first power, a second input terminal coupled to a source of an alternate power, and an output terminal coupled to the load. A request is received from the transfer switch for the alternate power to be supplied through the transfer switch to the load. The alternate power is enabled to be supplied to the load through the transfer switch in response to the request. A power delivery system may include a first cabinet that houses a plurality of metering assemblies and a second cabinet that houses a load panel. Each metering assembly includes a power meter module that includes a power control module and a power monitor, with each power control module coupled to a corresponding transfer switch.

Abstract translation: 提供了通过转换开关向负载供电的系统和方法。 转换开关具有耦合到第一电源的第一输入端，耦合到备用电源的第二输入端和耦合到负载的输出端。 从转换开关接收到通过转换开关提供给负载的备用电源的请求。 响应于该请求，可以通过转换开关将备用电源提供给负载。 电力输送系统可以包括容纳多个计量组件的第一柜和容纳负载面板的第二柜。 每个测量组件包括功率计模块，其包括功率控制模块和功率监测器，每个功率控制模块耦合到相应的转换开关。

公开(公告)号：US20120193987A1

公开(公告)日：2012-08-02

申请号：US13361653

申请日：2012-01-30

Applicant: John V. Siglock

Inventor： John V. Siglock

IPC: H02J9/00 ,  H01H47/00

CPC classification number: H02J9/061 ,  H02J3/32 ,  H02J3/383 ,  H02J3/386 ,  H02J9/08 ,  H02J13/002 ,  H02J13/0075 ,  Y02B10/72 ,  Y02B90/222 ,  Y02E10/563 ,  Y02E10/566 ,  Y02E10/763 ,  Y02E40/72 ,  Y02E60/722 ,  Y02E60/7815 ,  Y02E60/7853 ,  Y04S10/123 ,  Y04S10/14 ,  Y04S20/12 ,  Y04S40/121 ,  Y04S40/126 ,  Y10T307/344 ,  Y10T307/615 ,  Y10T307/62 ,  Y10T307/747

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure involve systems, methods, and the like, for an energy interface system for interfacing alternative energy sources with a utility power source on a premises. The energy interface system provides flexibility in the use and distribution of utility energy sources and alternative energy sources based on several measurements and criteria of the interface system. For example, the energy interface system may allow for the energy consumption to adapt to changing parameters, such as utility rate schedules, cost of alternative fuels and utility premiums for consumption or generation of energy at particular times. The energy interface system also allows for deferment of charging or other high-energy loads to be recognized by the system at otherwise low-energy times. In addition, the energy interface system allows for monitoring and communication with the system for ease of configuring the system based on one or more criteria or measurements.

Abstract translation: 本公开的方面涉及系统，方法等，用于能量接口系统，用于将替代能量源与场所上的公用电源接口。 能量接口系统基于接口系统的几个测量和标准，提供了公用事业能源和替代能源使用和分配的灵活性。 例如，能量接口系统可以允许能量消耗适应变化的参数，例如公用事业费率表，替代燃料的成本以及在特定时间消耗或产生能量的公用事业费。 能量接口系统还允许延迟充电或其他高能量负载，由系统以其他低能量时间识别。 此外，能量接口系统允许与系统的监视和通信，以便于基于一个或多个标准或测量来配置系统。

公开(公告)号：US20120181869A1

公开(公告)日：2012-07-19

申请号：US13208333

申请日：2011-08-11

Applicant: Steve Chapel ,  William Pachoud

Inventor： Steve Chapel ,  William Pachoud

IPC: H02J9/00

CPC classification number: G06F1/3287 ,  H02J9/06 ,  Y10T307/344 ,  Y10T307/615

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for reliable redundant power distribution. Some embodiments include micro Automatic Transfer Switches (micro-ATSs), including various components and techniques for facilitating reliable auto-switching functionality in a small footprint (e.g., less than ten cubic inches, with at least one dimension being less than a standard NEMA rack height). Other embodiments include systems and techniques for integrating a number of micro-ATSs into a parallel auto-switching module for redundant power delivery to a number of devices. Implementations of the parallel auto-switching module are configured to be mounted in, on top of, or on the side of standard equipment racks. Still other embodiments provide power distribution topologies that exploit functionality of the micro-ATSs and/or the parallel micro-ATS modules.

Abstract translation: 为可靠的冗余配电提供了系统和方法。 一些实施例包括微型自动转换开关（micro-ATS），包括各种组件和技术，用于在小占地面积内促进可靠的自动切换功能（例如，小于10立方英寸，至少一个维度小于标准NEMA机架 高度）。 其他实施例包括用于将多个微ATS集成到并行自动切换模块中的系统和技术，用于向多个设备的冗余电力传送。 并行自动切换模块的实现被配置为安装在标准设备机架的顶部或侧面。 其它实施例提供了利用微ATS和/或并行微ATS模块的功能的功率分配拓扑。

公开(公告)号：US20120175949A1

公开(公告)日：2012-07-12

申请号：US13497549

申请日：2010-09-10

Applicant: Henrik Stiesdal ,  Erik Wolf

Inventor： Henrik Stiesdal ,  Erik Wolf

IPC: B60L1/00 ,  H02J1/00 ,  H02J9/00 ,  H02J3/00

CPC classification number: H02J4/00 ,  H02J3/02 ,  H02J3/30 ,  Y02E60/16 ,  Y10T307/25 ,  Y10T307/305 ,  Y10T307/344

Abstract: A system to store and to transmit electrical power includes at least one storage system, at least one bidirectional converter, and at least one load coupled to a network, wherein the load is adapted to both, receive electrical power from the network and supply electrical power to the network. A first storage system is used to store electrical power of a power source. The first storage system is connected to a first bidirectional converter by a DC power transmission system. The first bidirectional converter is connected to an AC network and the AC network is connected to a first load.

Abstract translation: 存储和传输电力的系统包括至少一个存储系统，至少一个双向转换器和耦合到网络的至少一个负载，其中所述负载适于两者，从所述网络接收电力并提供电力 到网络。 第一存储系统用于存储电源的电力。 第一存储系统通过直流电力传输系统连接到第一双向转换器。 第一双向转换器连接到AC网络，AC网络连接到第一个负载。

公开(公告)号：US20120161516A1

公开(公告)日：2012-06-28

申请号：US13393864

申请日：2010-08-26

Applicant: Hiroaki Koshin ,  Takuya Kagawa

Inventor： Hiroaki Koshin ,  Takuya Kagawa

IPC: H02J9/00 ,  H02J1/00

CPC classification number: H02J1/10 ,  H01M8/04895 ,  H01M8/04925 ,  H02J7/34 ,  H02J2001/004 ,  H02M3/156 ,  Y02E60/50 ,  Y02P90/40 ,  Y10T307/344 ,  Y10T307/406

Abstract: A power supply device includes a fuel-cell power device which supplies a direct current (DC) power to one or more load devices using fuel cells as an input source; and a control unit which controls an output from the fuel-cell power device. In the power supply device, when a load current supplied to the load device is changed, an output characteristic of the fuel-cell power device is shifted so that a rate of change in an output current of the fuel-cell power device becomes lower than a preset value. With the power supply device, even though the fuel-cell is used as a power source, a DC power supplied to the load devices can be gradually changed and therefore reduce environmental load.

Abstract translation: 电源装置包括燃料电池电力装置，其使用燃料电池作为输入源向一个或多个负载装置提供直流（DC）电力; 以及控制单元，其控制来自燃料电池功率装置的输出。 在供电装置中，当提供给负载装置的负载电流发生变化时，燃料电池用电力装置的输出特性偏移，使得燃料电池电力装置的输出电流的变化率变得低于 一个预设值。 利用电源装置，即使燃料电池被用作电源，可以逐渐改变供给负载装置的直流电力，从而降低环境负荷。

公开(公告)号：US20120153722A1

公开(公告)日：2012-06-21

申请号：US13374215

申请日：2011-12-16

Applicant: Ashot Nazarian

Inventor： Ashot Nazarian

IPC: H02J3/00 ,  H02J1/00

CPC classification number: B60L11/1838 ,  B60L11/1805 ,  B60L11/1811 ,  B60L11/1861 ,  H02J3/32 ,  H02J3/382 ,  H02J3/383 ,  H02J3/386 ,  H02J7/0052 ,  H02J2007/0059 ,  H02M7/68 ,  Y02E10/563 ,  Y02E10/566 ,  Y02E10/763 ,  Y02E70/30 ,  Y10T307/344 ,  Y10T307/696

Abstract: An electric power retention distribution cell supplies stored electrical power as the primary electric supply to an end user at predetermined times. The cell has a rechargeable battery assembly, a bi-directional inverter and a switch control, and is connected to an electric utility grid, to one or more end users and to alternate power generation sources, such as wind or solar. The battery assembly is charged from the alternate power generation source and from grid power, and the cell is switched at selected times to provide the primary electric supply from stored electric power in the cell to the end user. A circuit of the battery assembly gives an extended electric power storage time by controlling storage parameters. Networks using the electric cell are also described for a utility hub network formed using two or more cells, and for a regional utility hub network formed using multiple utility hubs.

Abstract translation: 电力保持分配单元在预定时间向最终用户提供作为一次电源的存储电力。 电池具有可再充电电池组件，双向逆变器和开关控制，并且连接到电力公司电网，连接到一个或多个最终用户以及交替的发电源，例如风能或太阳能。 电池组件从替代发电源和电网电力充电，并且电池在选择的时间被切换以从电池中的存储电力向最终用户提供初级电力供应。 电池组件的电路通过控制存储参数来延长电力存储时间。 还描述了使用两个或多个小区形成的效用集线器网络以及使用多个功率集线器形成的区域公用事业集线器网络来使用电池的网络。

公开(公告)号：US20120146410A1

公开(公告)日：2012-06-14

申请号：US13111972

申请日：2011-05-20

Applicant: CHIH-CHUNG SHIH

Inventor： CHIH-CHUNG SHIH

IPC: H02J3/38

CPC classification number: H05K7/1498 ,  H02J9/06 ,  Y10T307/344

Abstract: An exemplary power supply system includes a mains supply unit, a generator unit, a switch unit selectively connected to one of the mains supply unit and the generator unit, a heat dissipation unit connected to the switch unit, a storage unit connected to the switch unit through a control element, and a plurality of server units connected to the storage unit. The heat dissipation unit is also connected to the storage unit. When the mains supply unit is cut off, the switch unit is automatically switched to connect the generator unit with the storage unit. After the mains supply unit is cut off and before the generator unit starts to output power, the storage unit is controlled to operate to thereby energize the server units and the heat dissipation unit to work continuously.

Abstract translation: 示例性电源系统包括主电源单元，发电机单元，选择性地连接到主电源单元和发电机单元之一的开关单元，连接到开关单元的散热单元，连接到开关单元的存储单元 通过控制元件和连接到存储单元的多个服务器单元。 散热单元也连接到存储单元。 当电源单元被切断时，开关单元自动切换，将发电机单元与存储单元连接起来。 在电源单元断开之后，在发电机单元开始输出电源之前，存储单元被控制以操作，从而为服务器单元和散热单元供电以连续工作。

公开(公告)号：US08179094B2

公开(公告)日：2012-05-15

申请号：US12444009

申请日：2008-03-27

Applicant: Lakshmana Anupindi ,  Brian Skinner

Inventor： Lakshmana Anupindi ,  Brian Skinner

IPC: H02J7/00 ,  H02J1/10 ,  H02J3/38 ,  G01N27/42 ,  G01N27/416

CPC classification number: H01M10/46 ,  G06F1/263 ,  G11C5/141 ,  H01M10/4207 ,  H01M10/482 ,  H01M2220/10 ,  Y10T307/344 ,  Y10T307/359 ,  Y10T307/391 ,  Y10T307/505 ,  Y10T307/527

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention include a device and method for improved battery learn cycles for battery backup units within data storage devices. The backup unit includes a first battery pack, a corresponding charge capacity gauge, one or more second battery packs, a corresponding charge capacity gauge, and a controller switch configured to select only one battery pack for a learn cycle at any given time. The charge capacity gauges are such that, at the end of the learn cycle discharge phase, the depth of discharge of the learn cycle battery pack is such that the charge capacity of the learn cycle battery pack combined with the full charge capacity of the remaining battery packs is sufficient for the device cached data to be off-loaded to a physical data storage device, and the data storage device does not have to switch from a write-back cache mode to a write-through cache mode.

Abstract translation: 本发明的实施例包括用于改善数据存储设备内的电池备用单元的电池学习周期的装置和方法。 备用单元包括第一电池组，对应的充电容量计，一个或多个第二电池组，对应的充电容量计，以及被配置为在任何给定时间仅选择一个电池组用于学习周期的控制器开关。 充电容量计使得在学习循环放电阶段结束时，学习循环电池组的放电深度使得学习循环电池组的充电容量与剩余电池的完全充电容量相结合 包装足以将设备缓存的数据卸载到物理数据存储设备，并且数据存储设备不必从回写高速缓存模式切换到直写缓存模式。

公开(公告)号：US08164220B2

公开(公告)日：2012-04-24

申请号：US12868256

申请日：2010-08-25

Applicant: Daniel C. Cohen ,  David A. Colucci ,  Mark R. Melanson ,  James S. Spitaels

Inventor： Daniel C. Cohen ,  David A. Colucci ,  Mark R. Melanson ,  James S. Spitaels

IPC: H02J7/00

CPC classification number: H02J7/0068 ,  G06F1/30 ,  H02J9/062 ,  Y10T307/336 ,  Y10T307/344 ,  Y10T307/391 ,  Y10T307/62

Abstract: According to one aspect of the invention, a UPS includes an input configured to be coupled to an AC power source, a DC power source, an output configured to receive power from at least one of the AC power source and the DC power source, a first switched receptacle outlet coupled to the output and configured to be coupled to a first electrical load and a second receptacle outlet coupled to the output and configured to be coupled to a second electrical load. According to some embodiments, the UPS also includes a control unit configurable to provide a first configuration associated with the first switched receptacle outlet, where the first configuration is employed by the control unit to control a connection of the first switched receptacle outlet to the output independent of the second receptacle outlet.

Abstract translation: 根据本发明的一个方面，UPS包括被配置为耦合到AC电源，DC电源，被配置为从AC电源和DC电源中的至少一个接收电力的输出的输入， 第一开关插座出口，其耦合到所述输出并且被配置为耦合到第一电负载和耦合到所述输出并被配置为耦合到第二电负载的第二插座出口。 根据一些实施例，UPS还包括可配置为提供与第一开关插座出口相关联的第一配置的控制单元，其中控制单元采用第一配置来控制第一开关插座出口与输出独立的连接 的第二个插座。

公开(公告)号：US20120091802A1

公开(公告)日：2012-04-19

申请号：US12905312

申请日：2010-10-15

Applicant: Alex M. ADELSON ,  Anthony MANGIARACINA

Inventor： Alex M. ADELSON ,  Anthony MANGIARACINA

IPC: H02J4/00

CPC classification number: H02J3/005 ,  H02J1/10 ,  H02J4/00 ,  H02J7/0013 ,  H02J7/0068 ,  H02J7/007 ,  H02J7/04 ,  H02J7/045 ,  H02J7/34 ,  H02J7/35 ,  H02J2007/0067 ,  Y10T307/313 ,  Y10T307/344 ,  Y10T307/391

Abstract: Electrical power is dynamically managed among one or more power sources and one or more loads. A plurality of monitor nodes is connected to an input terminal connected to each source, and to an output terminal connected to each load. A plurality of electrical power storage cells is connected among the input and output terminals, each cell being capable of storing power from at least one of the sources and being capable of discharging stored power to at least one of the loads. A plurality of controllable switches is connected to the cells. A programmed controller dynamically monitors operating conditions at the monitor nodes during operation of each source and each load, and selectively dynamically controls the switches to interconnect the cells in different circuit topologies in response to the monitored operating conditions.

Abstract translation: 电力在一个或多个电源和一个或多个负载之间动态管理。 多个监视器节点连接到连接到每个源的输入端，以及连接到每个负载的输出端。 多个电力存储单元连接在输入和输出端之间，每个单元能够存储来自至少一个源的功率，并且能够将存储的功率放电至至少一个负载。 多个可控开关连接到单元。 编程的控制器在每个源和每个负载的操作期间动态地监视监视器节点的操作条件，并且响应于所监视的操作条件，选择性地动态地控制开关以互连不同电路拓扑中的单元。