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NIT Rourkela Creates Smart Microgrid for Rural Power

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NIT Rourkela Creates Smart Microgrid for Rural PowerSaralnama

10 kWh of dependable energy, enough for four households, can be generated by a new intelligent hybrid microgrid developed at NIT Rourkela. Researchers created a system that automatically manages electricity flow from solar, wind, and battery sources. This innovation aims to provide clean, continuous power to rural areas without access to the main grid. The microgrid uses a dynamic Power Management Scheme to coordinate energy producers and storage units seamlessly. It switches converters based on available resources throughout the day, balancing power across different loads. The system works in real-world conditions like changing solar radiation, wind speeds, and electrical demands. It could also be useful for electric vehicle charging stations and standalone renewable energy systems. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 19:21 IST; source: link)

Key Points

  • 10 kWh of dependable energy, enough for four households, can be generated by a new intelligent hybrid microgrid developed at NIT Rourkela
  • Researchers created a system that automatically manages electricity flow from solar, wind, and battery sources
  • This innovation aims to provide clean, continuous power to rural areas without access to the main grid