Ener-t Simulation Model
The Ener-t software simulation tool is a performance and financial model of parabolic trough power plants that is designed to facilitate decision making for finding the most cost effective power plant configuration for a given location.
The model predicts performance and cost of energy estimates for grid-connected power projects based on Capex, Opex and system design parameters that are specified as inputs to the model.
The model is also an engineering tool: it facilitates rapid engineering process development and system optimization. It was built from the ground up using unique firsthand experience in solar power plant design Integrates the experience and knowledge gained during the years of the SEGS projects for a very realistic simulation, and updated recently based on latest project outcomes Uses the most recent empirical data and industry equations for the main components in order to accurately simulate the actual power plant process
ener-t EPC, solar thermal power engineering, procurement, and construction, CSP, olar field
ener-t EPC, solar thermal power engineering, procurement, and construction, CSP, olar field
Inputs
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Weather data
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Configuration Option
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Component parameters
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Costs
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Financial assumptions
Simulation Model
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Hourly simulation
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Sensitivity analysis
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Optimization
Outputs
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Performance metrics
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Annual electrical output
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Financial metrics
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Hourly energy flow
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Cash flow
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LCOE, IRR& NPV
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Engineering dseaign data
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Hourly output of the complete power plant thermodynamic process starting from the solar energy incident on the solar field though to the electrical output at the generator terminals
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Critical design parameters for solar field, pipe flows, heat exchangers, parasitic power estimations etc.
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CAPEX & OPEX estimation and financial figures for the life of the power plant
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Graphical display of important operational data
Detailed energy flow from solar to net electricity on a yearly basis
