Increasing penetration of wind power on power
systems worldwide is resulting in the unconventional operation
of base-load generating units. These units which were originally
designed for operation at full output are ...
In this paper, the unit commitment and dispatch of a power system with and without a pumped storage unit is examined for increasing levels of installed wind power, from 17% of total energy to 80% of total energy generated ...
This paper studies the impact of balancing wind generation with storage on the thermal plant mix and load for different levels of installed wind and storage, and under
different operational strategies. Moreover, the ...
The collision of two laser generated plasma plumes can result, under appropriate conditions, in the formation of ‘stagnation layer’. The processes underlying this phenomenon are complex and time dependent. The majority of ...
This study evaluates the effects of hiring by major airlines and changes in military compensation on the voluntary departure of male pilots from the Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps. Our results should be of interest to ...
There is an increasing trend in reducing energy demand of buildings by improving building envelope thermal
characteristics. Proven construction examples as used with the German PassivHaus standard achieve
substantial ...
Ireland has one of the highest energy dependencies in Europe and as such must adapt quickly to increase renewable energy exploitation levels in order to secure its energy future. A mix of renewable energy technology types ...
There is a trend towards reducing heating and cooling requirements of buildings by using high levels of
insulation, minimizing thermal bridging, and ensuring excellent air tightness, together with the operation of ...
Increases in fuel and feed prices are placing a significant
burden on the poultry industry in Ireland and worldwide. For producers to meet
their financial targets, increased performance and output is a key issue, now
more ...