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Generator sets are generating systems that comprise a combustion engine driving an electrical generator. Propane is a portable, clean-burning fuel well-suited for off-grid heating and power systems.
Generator set research designs and demonstrates power generation systems comprising a combustion engine that drives an electrical generator. Focuses on technologies, such as combined heat and power (CHP), to serve as backup, prime, and hybrid power systems.
Projects
90% Energy Efficient Cogeneration at a Pennsylvania Hydroponic Greenhouse (Docket 12340)
Use of a 5kWe/14kWth CHP system at a 3,000 sq. ft. hydroponic greenhouse in Pennsylvania to produce electricity, heat water during cooler months, and fertilize crops with the CO2 generated by the system. At the core of the cogeneration unit is a Marathon Ecopower propane engine equipped with a selective catalytic reducer to treat exhaust gas.
LPG Genset w/ Solar Hybrid Power Station for 2007 WLPGF Display (Docket 12337)
Display of new LPG genset solar propane hybrid system at the 2007 World LP Gas Association Forum in Cape Town, South Africa. The system would operates at 10kWh per day with ~2kW extended output capacity, 4kW peak power for five minutes every hour, and surge capability sufficient to start a small well pump.
Propane Distributed Generation Demonstration Program (Docket 12336)
Support of four to six successful propane DG demonstration projects to move them closer to commercialization and raise overall awareness of propane DG equipment. Projects will be selected through a formal solicitation process.
Mobile Propane-Powered Surveillance Unit (Docket 12295)
Engineering, construction, and testing of an enclosed trailer-mounted working prototype mobile propane-powered surveillance system for border security, civilian police use, and temporary private security applications. Demonstration of successful unattended operation of the surveillance system for two months with one refueling cycle.
Investigation of Propane-Genset Hybrid Power Systems for Rural Tribal Communities (Docket 12264)
Investigation of the technical and economic viability of propane-genset hybrid solar and wind power systems for remote, tribal community locations. Includes a study to document the service and installation requirements of these systems in a typical tribal community and potential development of the necessary elements for an onsite demonstration of propane-genset hybrid power systems.
Propane-Fueled Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Systems for Residential Applications (Docket 12200)
Study evaluating the performance of a propane-fueled CHP systems and comparing these systems with electric heat pumps, as well as conventional vapor compression A/C systems using propane furnaces for heating. Includes an extensive review of existing CHP technology and development of theoretical models, supporting experiments, and uncertainty analysis.
Climate Energy Propane Warm Air Micro-CHP System (Docket 12199)
Quantification of the performance, economic, and environmental benefits of the Honda propane micro-CHP system. Documentation of the installation process for the propane micro-CHP system in comparison to conventional high-efficiency warm air furnaces, including interconnection requirements and local permitting and approval processes.
Fact Sheet
Press Release
Propane/Solar Hybrid Project for Urban/Municipal Applications (Docket 12074)
Evaluation of the technical feasibility of a solar hybrid backup power system that utilizes propane fuel for powering Washington, D.C. traffic lights. Includes installation of a 2kW system composed of several solar photovoltaic panels, a propane-fueled generator, several standard-sized batteries, and a propane cylinder.
Yanmar CHP Performance Testing & Field Evaluation (Docket 11866)
Collaboration with the Gas Technology Institute Distributed Energy Technology Center and Yanmar to accelerate the commercialization of small micro-cogeneration systems in the United States for use in small rural facilities where power line extension and electric reliability come at a premium. Product currently available in Asia.
Fact Sheet
Solar Generator System with LP Gas Engine (Docket 11814)
Development and demonstration of durable, economically priced engines to be used in hybrid solar energy generating systems.
NY Distributed Generation Propane Solar Power Station (Docket 11796)
Demonstration of a commercial micro-power plant integrating a propane generator, solar cells, battery storage, and a power control system in an edge-of-grid application.
Install Technically Advanced Propane Generator System at Denali Visitor Center (Docket 11795)
Installation of a heavy duty, lean burn, high-efficiency propane generator system (22 % net kWe) with maintenance intervals of over 4,000 hours, and a projected life of 40,000 hours at Denali Visitor Center. Hybrid power generation system includes 300 sq. ft. generator/battery/inverter room.
Fact Sheet
Initial Proposal for Support of a 5kW Continuous Duty Rated Propane Generator at Exit Glacier, Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska (Docket 11724)
Incorporation of Exit Glacier's 5 kW continuous duty propane generator into the reconstruction of its electrical system as a case study for other parks. Includes displacement of diesel at park.
Fact Sheet
Research, Development and Demonstration of Micro-CHP Systems for Residential Applications (Docket 11538)
Research and development of a residential micro-CHP system and a commercialization strategy for market entry. Identification of the market potential and market requirements of micro-CHP systems; assessment of technology; and development of a proof-of-principle system design for a micro-CHP system.
Project Report
Feasibility Study and System Specification of a Gas-Fired Residential CHP Product (Docket 11203)
Study of the feasibility of a gas-fired residential CHP product in terms of consumer cost of purchased power versus "homegenerated" power (i.e., cost of fuel, utilized heat energy from on-site generation, grid-friendliness of the system, cost of owning the system.)
Design, Testing, and Verification of an Advanced Integrated Energy System at a National Hotel Resort (Test and Verification Program Expansion) (Docket 10974)
Installation and demonstration of a CHP system at a Marriott resort in Hawaii, including economic evaluation and training, system design, and integration with the hotel's electric, heating, and cooling systems. Development of an expanded laboratory testing program for testing the high-output industrial propane-fueled reciprocating engine gensets based on varying qualities of propane fuel.
Fact Sheet
Press Release
Conversion and Demonstration of Ecopower Micro-CHP to U.S. Utility Grid Configuration (Docket 10967)
Conversion of the propane-fueled Ecopower micro-CHP remote power electric generator sold in Europe to the U.S. electric standard, for use in residential homes and light commercial applications. Demonstration of three converted micro-CHP units in selected U.S. residential homes.
Fact Sheet
Program Finalization for Electric Power Generator (Docket 10646)
Finalization of development and four field tests of an optimized propane-fueled, remote power electric generator and micro-cogeneration product line. Commercialization of the product line to the U.S marketplace using information from evaluation tests for marketing and customer education.
Fact Sheet
Heat Reclaim Project (Docket 10565)
Demonstration of a propane-fueled reciprocating engine CHP system at Green Mountain Coffee Roasters that captures thermal energy for water and space heating. Provision of continuous power to coffee roasting and packaging operations.
Fact Sheet
Project Report
Adapting the Marathon Engine to Propane Fuel for Electric Power Generation and Other Applications (Docket 10122)
Adaptation of Marathon natural gas engine to operate on propane in order to increase opportunities for propane as a preferred fuel source for air conditioning and electric power generation applications. Development, compilation, and analysis of performance data, and determination of the engine design configuration expected to be most suitable for reliable operation of the Marathon engine on propane fuel.
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