Architectural Model to Enable Power System Tradeoff Studies
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Author(s)
Chryssostomidis, Chryssostomos
Chalfant, Julie
Hanthorn, David
Kirtley, James L., Jr.
Angle, Matthew G.
Date Issued
2011
Publisher
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Sea Grant College Program
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MIT Sea Grant Technical Reports;MITSG 10-32
Abstract
We continue the development of an overall architectural model for an all-electric ship using a physics-based simulation environment to perform fully-integrated simulation of electrical, hydrodynamic, thermal, and structural components of the ship operating in a seaway. The goal of this architectural model is to develop an early-stage design tool capable of performing tradeoff studies on concepts such as AC vs. DC distribution, frequency and voltage level, inclusion of reduction gears, energy and power management options, and effect of arrangements and topology. The results of the studies will be presented in standard metrics including cost, weight, volume, efficiency/fuel consumption, reliability and survivability. We will specifically look at the hull, mechanical and electrical (HM&E) systems that support the ship and its missions; specifically, the electrical generation and distribution system, propulsion equipment, fresh- and saltwater pumping and distribution, control systems, and structural components.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Sea Grant College Program
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