Prototype Building Energy Management System for high-rise buildings
Objective
The goal of this project is to gain practical experience with the installation of the system and to develop and apply smart control techniques to make the system reliable and efficient, in order to save energy and reduce grid congestion without loss of comfort.
Results
The targeted outcome is the realization of a prototype of the 'Bravo' with the associated 'Foxtrot', which can be used in both existing and new apartment buildings.
The 'Bravo' is a climate module consisting of a cascade of heat pumps, solar collectors, and two buffer tanks (one for space heating and one for domestic hot water). The associated 'Foxtrot' is a data and control module that can be used to operate the 'Bravo'.
Duration
01 September 2024 - 31 May 2026
Approach
Phase 1 involves the development of a control methodology. In Phase 2, this will be implemented and tested on an improved Bravo prototype at a conditioned test site. Based on the results, improvements will be made, after which Phase 3 will involve testing in an apartment complex.
Impact at education
Students from the HU Master Next Level Engineer program play a role in analyzing the data. Additionally, the knowledge gained from this project is highly applicable in the education of bachelor's programs in Mechanical Engineering, Built Environment, Electrical Engineering, and the Sustainable Energy Transition and Technology bachelor's program which is currently being developed at HU.
Related education at HU University of Applied Sciences
"The transition to sustainable energy for high-rise buildings faces challenges due to electrification and grid congestion. Through our research, we are developing smart systems to overcome these obstacles and accelerate a sustainable energy future."
Robert van Breukelen
Researcher
