LuminiH2

Laboratory model and prototype of a control and monitoring system for microgrids with renewable energy sources and hydrogen technologies

LUMINIH2 project consists of several components, with the main goal being the development of a laboratory model and prototype of a microgrid, as well as a laboratory model and prototype of a hydrogen-powered electric drive system. This will integrate the use of different renewable energy (RE) and hydrogen technologies, supported by a custom-developed control and monitoring system.

Additionally, the project aims to create an advanced model/algorithm for diagnostics and monitoring of hydrogen technology components and other subsystem components (such as compressors, power converters, photovoltaic systems, wind turbines, and battery storage). This will ensure the stability and reliability of the overall system.

The proposed project includes several phases aimed at realizing both the laboratory model and prototype of the microgrid and the hydrogen-powered electric drive system with a dedicated control and monitoring platform. The laboratory model involves numerical and simulation-based implementations, while the prototype represents a physical realization of the system. These models and prototypes form the foundation for implementing various control and monitoring models/algorithms, for which it is necessary to research and develop diverse software models. Furthermore, the project aims to develop an advanced model/algorithm for diagnostics and monitoring of hydrogen technology components and other subsystem elements. The project will also include evaluation of the laboratory models, prototypes, and the associated control and monitoring systems.

Expected Results

The end users of this project are all individuals and legal entities that require a continuous supply of electrical energy in isolated power network locations. This includes individuals, households, companies, industries, or even entire communities located in rural or remote areas not connected to main power grids.

These technological solutions, which combine renewable energy sources and hydrogen technology, can provide sustainable and reliable electrical energy to end users who otherwise lack access to conventional power infrastructure. This includes remote villages, islands, mountainous regions, or other locations beyond the reach of traditional energy networks.