Analysis of photovoltaic mini-grid systems for remote locations: A techno-economic approach
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DOI: 10.1002/er.3886
Abstract: Summary This paper presents a techno-economic analysis of photovoltaic mini-grid systems (PMs), using a group of remote houses in 3 locations in Nigeria, as case studies. It uses a worst-case users' load demand approach for… read more here.
Keywords: energy; analysis photovoltaic; analysis; techno economic ... See more keywords
Building the supply of demand: Experiments in mini-grid demand stimulation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.deveng.2020.100058
Abstract: Abstract Solar mini-grids are a key element in strategies to achieve universal access to modern energy by 2030. In many settings mini-grids offer a combination of affordability, reliability, and capacity for productive use of power,… read more here.
Keywords: demand experiments; mini grids; mini grid; supply demand ... See more keywords
Accuracy of energy-use surveys in predicting rural mini-grid user consumption
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DOI: 10.1016/j.esd.2017.08.002
Abstract: Abstract Mini-grids for rural electrification in developing countries are growing in popularity but are not yet widely deployed. A key barrier of mini-grid proliferation is the uncertainty in predicting customer electricity consumption, which adds financial… read more here.
Keywords: consumption; energy use; mini grid; customer ... See more keywords
Comparison of load profiles in a mini-grid: Assessment of performance metrics using measured and interview-based data
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DOI: 10.1016/j.esd.2018.01.009
Abstract: Abstract Mini-grids are seen as an important option for increasing access to electricity in non-electrified rural areas where grid-extension is unfeasible. Appropriately dimensioning and constructing mini-grids requires knowledge of electricity usage. There is currently a… read more here.
Keywords: load profiles; interview based; mini grid; load ... See more keywords
Assessment of Muscle Fatigue Based on Motor Unit Firing, Muscular Vibration and Oxygenation via Hybrid Mini-Grid sEMG, MMG, and NIRS Sensing
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DOI: 10.1109/tim.2022.3198472
Abstract: It is vital to measure muscular fatigue for human–machine interaction (HMI) and avoiding muscle impairment. This article presents a novel approach to comprehensively evaluate muscle fatigue through the fusion of mini-grid surface electromyography (sEMG), mechanomyography… read more here.
Keywords: muscle fatigue; semg mmg; muscle; fatigue ... See more keywords
The Impact of an Electrical Mini-grid on the Development of a Rural Community in Kenya
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DOI: 10.3390/en12050778
Abstract: Electrical mini-grids can provide electrification to rural communities far from the national network. However the benefits of such schemes are disputed. We observed changes in two matched trading-centres in Makueni County, Kenya, neither of which… read more here.
Keywords: electrical mini; trading; mini; mini grid ... See more keywords
An Overview of the Technical Challenges Facing the Deployment of Electric Cooking on Hybrid PV/Diesel Mini-Grid in Rural Tanzania—A Case Study Simulation
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DOI: 10.3390/en14133761
Abstract: This paper lays out a methodology that could be used by mini-grid developers to assess the design readiness and future design requirement to accommodate electric cooking (eCook). While mini-grids in developing countries continue to grow… read more here.
Keywords: mini; electric cooking; mini grids; mini grid ... See more keywords
Integration of Advanced Metering Infrastructure for Mini-Grid Solar PV Systems in Off-Grid Rural Communities (SoAMIRural)
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DOI: 10.3390/su15097526
Abstract: Solar energy is considered a promising source of power generation in sub-Saharan Africa due to the high sunshine in these areas. Deploying decentralised solar-powered mini-grid systems to provide access to electricity in rural areas is… read more here.
Keywords: metering infrastructure; rural communities; communities soamirural; advanced metering ... See more keywords