@inproceedings{GoetzRauchBrueckl, author = {Goetz, Rebecca and Rauch, Johannes and Br{\"u}ckl, Oliver}, title = {Techno-economic analysis of reactive power sources}, series = {NEIS 2021, Conference on Sustainable Energy Supply and Energy Storage Systems: Hamburg, 13.-14. September 2021}, booktitle = {NEIS 2021, Conference on Sustainable Energy Supply and Energy Storage Systems: Hamburg, 13.-14. September 2021}, editor = {Schulz, Detlef}, publisher = {VDE-Verlag}, isbn = {978-3-8007-5651-3}, pages = {286 -- 291}, abstract = {This paper presents different options to provide reactive power in electricity grid systems. Since conventional power plants are being phased out and the reactive power demand tends to increase, alternative technologies are needed to cover it. reactive power sources are being defined and specified in this submission. A technical evaluation and an economic analysis of selected reactive power sources are carried out, based on interviews with manufacturers and operators. As well a multifactorial techno-economic comparison of the evaluated reactive power sources is presented. The technical analysis addresses reactive power control-ranges, stochastic parameters, lifespans, electrical losses and dynamics of re-active power sources. It states that power electronics allow faster setpoint changes than mechanical technologies can achieve, but at the same time this is associated with the highest electrical losses of the reactive power sources considered here. Considering the economic analysis, relative investment costs per reactive power of conventional compensation systems turn out to be the most cost-efficient. With regard to the multifactorial techno-economic comparison, it is im-portant not only to standardize on reactive power that can be provided, but also to include the additional system-relevant properties of technologies in the evaluation as well as the costs in operation.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KlitsmanBruecklEller, author = {Klitsman, Maksym and Br{\"u}ckl, Oliver and Eller, Johannes}, title = {Analysis and simulation of the population driving behaviour and charging processes at different charging station types with electric vehicles}, series = {NEIS 2021, Conference on Sustainable Energy Supply and Energy Storage Systems: 13-14. September 2021, Hamburg}, booktitle = {NEIS 2021, Conference on Sustainable Energy Supply and Energy Storage Systems: 13-14. September 2021, Hamburg}, editor = {Schulz, Detlef}, publisher = {VDE-Verlag}, isbn = {978-3-8007-5651-3}, pages = {254 -- 260}, abstract = {Electric vehicles are one of the important components of the energy transition, which is necessary for the CO2 emission reduction. In order to estimate the influence of electromobility on electric grids at present day and in the future, the generation of realistic charge profiles is necessary. The main objective of this study is the development of an algorithm, which generates realistic charge time series of electric vehicles. The very huge and detailed input surveys enable to define different population groups, representing specific driving behaviour. These groups are then composed and scaled up, according to the statistical population structure of a chosen town or city in Germany, and show typical driving behaviour of all inhabitants. The charge profiles are calculated for several charge station types, based on daily electric vehicle user mobility, day type and household type. In addition, charge process occurrence is evaluated through a model, involving charge infrastructure presence, attractiveness of corresponding charge station type and charge process necessity.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{BruecklWildfeuerSchaechinger, author = {Br{\"u}ckl, Oliver and Wildfeuer, M. and Sch{\"a}chinger, J.}, title = {Systemdienstleistungen durch Biogasanlagen}, series = {Biogas in der Landwirtschaft - Stand und Perspektiven: 7. FNR/KTBL-Onlinetagung 29.-30.09.2021, Darmstadt}, booktitle = {Biogas in der Landwirtschaft - Stand und Perspektiven: 7. FNR/KTBL-Onlinetagung 29.-30.09.2021, Darmstadt}, address = {Darmstadt}, isbn = {978-3-945088-83-8}, pages = {92 -- 101}, subject = {Biogasanlage}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{SippenauerBruecklHenneke, author = {Sippenauer, Thomas and Br{\"u}ckl, Oliver and Henneke, Markus}, title = {Verankerung von Flexibilit{\"a}t in der Netzplanung}, series = {Zuk{\"u}nftige Stromnetze: 27.-28. Januar 2021, 03.-04. Februar 2021}, booktitle = {Zuk{\"u}nftige Stromnetze: 27.-28. Januar 2021, 03.-04. Februar 2021}, publisher = {Conexio GmbH}, address = {Pforzheim}, isbn = {978-3-948176-12-9}, doi = {10.35096/othr/pub-5563}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-55632}, pages = {79 -- 92}, abstract = {Die Energiewende f{\"u}hrt zu einem steigenden Zubau erneuerbarer Energieerzeugungsanlagen im Verteilungsnetz. Ebenso ist mit einem verst{\"a}rkten Zuwachs der Elektromobilit{\"a}t zu rechnen, der zu einer weiteren Ausreizung der zul{\"a}ssigen Spannungsbereiche und Leitungsauslastungen beitragen kann. Um die Aufnahmef{\"a}higkeit des Verteilungsnetzes zu erh{\"o}hen, wurden in der Vergangenheit verschiedene L{\"o}sungen entwickelt und etabliert. Ein zus{\"a}tzlicher Baustein zur Behebung von Netzengp{\"a}ssen und Spannungsproblemen sind zeitliche Verlagerungen von Einspeisungen und Verbrauchslasten in der Mittelspannungsebene. Diese sogenannten Flexibilit{\"a}tsmaßnahmen sind derzeit noch nicht Stand der Technik. Um einen hohen Nutzen stiften zu k{\"o}nnen, indem sie zu einer effizienten Einsparung an Asset beitragen, m{\"u}ssen sie in der Netzplanung abbildbar gemacht werden. Dazu sind einerseits geeignete technische und zuverl{\"a}ssigkeitstheoretische Anforderungen an die Flexibilit{\"a}tsmaßnahmen herauszuarbeiten, um eine m{\"o}glichst hohe Gesamteffizienz bei Netz- und Anlagenbetreibern zu erzielen und andererseits ein Verfahren zu finden, mit dem Manipulationsm{\"o}glichkeiten (INC-DEC-Gaming) ausgeschlossen bzw. geringgehalten werden k{\"o}nnen.}, language = {de} } @misc{SternerHeberl, author = {Sterner, Michael and Heberl, Michael}, title = {The ORBIT-Project: Biological methanation in a trickle-bed reactor - key results and next steps}, series = {5th Nuremberg Workshop on Methanation and 2nd Generation, N{\"u}rnberg Friedrich-Alexander-Universit{\"a}t, 28.05.2021}, journal = {5th Nuremberg Workshop on Methanation and 2nd Generation, N{\"u}rnberg Friedrich-Alexander-Universit{\"a}t, 28.05.2021}, organization = {Friedrich-Alexander-Universit{\"a}t Erlangen-N{\"u}rnberg / Lehrstuhl f{\"u}r Energieverfahrenstechnik}, language = {en} } @misc{Sterner, author = {Sterner, Michael}, title = {Wie wird Deutschland klimaneutral? Neue L{\"o}sungen f{\"u}r erneuerbare Energieerzeugung}, series = {Jahreskonferenz der Stiftung Nagelschneider zur Erforschung, M{\"u}nchen, 19.11.2021}, journal = {Jahreskonferenz der Stiftung Nagelschneider zur Erforschung, M{\"u}nchen, 19.11.2021}, address = {M{\"u}nchen}, language = {de} } @misc{Sterner, author = {Sterner, Michael}, title = {Strom - W{\"a}rme - Verkehr - Industrie: das Zusammenspiel der Sektoren {\"u}ber Power-to-X}, series = {Deutscher Ingenieurtag 2021, D{\"u}sseldorf 20. Mai 2021}, journal = {Deutscher Ingenieurtag 2021, D{\"u}sseldorf 20. Mai 2021}, publisher = {VDI-Verlag}, language = {de} } @misc{Sterner, author = {Sterner, Michael}, title = {Power-to-X for Europes Energy Transformation - Booster H2Global}, series = {Hydrogen Online Workshop Conference (Mission Hydrogen), 25.03.2021}, journal = {Hydrogen Online Workshop Conference (Mission Hydrogen), 25.03.2021}, language = {en} } @misc{Sterner, author = {Sterner, Michael}, title = {Technologieausblick Solarstromspeicher}, series = {Innovationsforum Photovoltaik, 18. Oktober 2021, Linz}, journal = {Innovationsforum Photovoltaik, 18. Oktober 2021, Linz}, language = {de} } @misc{Sterner, author = {Sterner, Michael}, title = {Gas aus einer Gesamtenergieversorgungsperspektive - Warum wir Power-to-X f{\"u}r die Klimaneutralit{\"a}t brauchen}, series = {Kopernikus-Konferenz Projekt "Ensure" (Deutsche Umwelthilfe), 15. April 2021}, journal = {Kopernikus-Konferenz Projekt "Ensure" (Deutsche Umwelthilfe), 15. April 2021}, language = {de} } @misc{Sterner, author = {Sterner, Michael}, title = {Gr{\"u}ner Wasserstoff - wo wir ihn brauchen f{\"u}r die Klimaneutralit{\"a}t}, series = {Energiewendeforum Wasserstoff (Gr{\"u}ner Strom Label e. V.), Bonn, 21. September 2021}, journal = {Energiewendeforum Wasserstoff (Gr{\"u}ner Strom Label e. V.), Bonn, 21. September 2021}, language = {de} } @misc{Sterner, author = {Sterner, Michael}, title = {Die Grenzen des Wasserstoff-Hypes}, series = {1. Mitteldeutscher Wasserstoffkongress, 2. November 2021, Leuna CCE Kulturhaus}, journal = {1. Mitteldeutscher Wasserstoffkongress, 2. November 2021, Leuna CCE Kulturhaus}, language = {de} } @techreport{ThemaKaulSterneretal., author = {Thema, Martin and Kaul, Anja and Sterner, Michael and Heberl, Michael}, title = {Optimierung eines Rieselbett-Bioreaktors f{\"u}r die dynamische mikrobielle Biosynthese von Methan mit Archaeen-Mikroorganismen in Power-to-Gas-Anlagen}, doi = {10.2314/KXP:1815321555}, abstract = {Das {\"u}bergeordnete Ziel des Vorhabens war die Entwicklung neuer technologischer M{\"o}glichkeiten f{\"u}r den biologischen Methanisierungsprozess mit Archaeen1 in Power-to-Gas-Anwendungen. Im Gegensatz zur technisch ausgereiften chemisch-katalytischen Methanisierung sind hier noch Potenziale zur Optimierung verfahrenstechnischer und biologischer Prozesse f{\"u}r das Speicherkonzept Power-to-Gas [7] vorhanden. Dabei sollte zum einen ein Rieselbett-Bioreaktor optimiert, simuliert und f{\"u}r die Hochskalierung vorbereitet werden. Zum anderen sollte eine Kombination optimal geeigneter Mikroorganismen und Packungsmaterialien selektiert und deren Verhalten und Eignung im Reaktor analysiert werden. Das Verhalten des entwickelten Systems sollte zun{\"a}chst im Labor- und Technikumsmaßstab und anschließend im Feldtest an einer bestehenden Power-to-Gas-Anlage untersucht werden. Hauptziel w{\"a}hrend des Feldtests war die Produktion von einspeisef{\"a}higem Methan sowie dessen Einspeisung ins Gasnetz. Ein Hauptziel des Projektes war es, die Normung und Standardisierung notwendiger Systemparameter und Semantik zur Beschreibung und Einbindung biologischer Methanisierungseinheiten in Power-to-Gas-Anlagen voranzutreiben. Dies sollte zum einen die Vergleichbarkeit der wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnisse verbessern und zum anderen unterst{\"u}tzend bei der Kommerzialisierung der Technologie wirken. Aus dem Projekt heraus wurde so die neue Normungsreihe VDI 4635 Power-to-X beim Verein Deutscher Ingenieure angestoßen.}, language = {de} } @unpublished{KaulBoellmannThemaetal., author = {Kaul, Anja and B{\"o}llmann, Andrea and Thema, Martin and Kalb, Larissa and St{\"o}ckl, Richard and Huber, Harald and Sterner, Michael and Bellack, Annett}, title = {Identification of Robust Thermophilic Methanogenic Archaea and Packing Material for High Liquid Hold-Up at Low Volumetric Gas Flow Rates for Use in Trickle-Bed Reactors for Biological Methanation}, series = {SSRN Electronic Journal}, journal = {SSRN Electronic Journal}, doi = {10.2139/ssrn.3940878}, abstract = {he hydrogen gas-to-liquid mass transfer is the limiting factor in biological methanation. In a trickle-bed reactor, mass transfer can be increased by high flow velocities in the liquid phase, by adding a packing material with high liquid hold-up, or by choosing methanogenic archaea with a high methane productivity. This study analyzed various packings and methanogenic strains from a hydrodynamic and microbial perspective. By analyzing twelve pure cultures of thermophilic methanogens for their ability to produce high quality methane and to form biofilms on different packings, strains of Methanothermobacter were found to perform better than thus of the genus Methanothermococcus. Best methane production and adherence was observed on DuraTop®, Bioflow 9, and filter foam. DuraTop® and Bioflow 9 had also a high dynamic liquid hold-up, but the maximum hold-up was determined for expanded clay. The ideal combination for use in the ORBIT-trickle-bed reactor was identified as Methanothermobacter thermoautotrophicus IM5 and DuraTop®.}, language = {en} } @article{ThemaWeidlichKauletal., author = {Thema, Martin and Weidlich, Tobias and Kaul, Anja and B{\"o}llmann, Andrea and Huber, Harald and Bellack, Annett and Karl, J{\"u}rgen and Sterner, Michael}, title = {Optimized biological CO2-methanation with a pure culture of thermophilic methanogenic archaea in a trickle-bed reactor}, series = {Bioresource Technology}, journal = {Bioresource Technology}, number = {333}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.biortech.2021.125135}, abstract = {In this study, a fully automated process converting hydrogen and carbon dioxide to methane in a high temperature trickle-bed reactor was developed from lab scale to field test level. The reactor design and system performance was optimized to yield high methane content in the product gas for direct feed-in to the gas grid. The reaction was catalyzed by a pure culture of Methanothermobacter thermoautotrophicus IM5, which formed a biofilm on ceramic packing elements. During 600 h in continuous and semi-continuous operation in countercurrent flow, the 0.05 m3 reactor produced up to 95.3 \% of methane at a methane production rate of 0.35 mCH43mR-3h-1. Adding nitrogen as carrier gas during startup, foam control and dosing of ammonium and sodium sulfide as nitrogen and sulfur source were important factors for process automation.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{JupkeReindlMeieretal., author = {Jupke, Michael and Reindl, Andrea and Meier, Hans and Niemetz, Michael}, title = {Bidirectional DC-DC Converter with Digital Droop Parameterization}, series = {26th 2021 International Conference on Applied Electronics (AE): 7-8 Sept. 2021 Pilsen, Czech Republic}, booktitle = {26th 2021 International Conference on Applied Electronics (AE): 7-8 Sept. 2021 Pilsen, Czech Republic}, editor = {Pinker, Jiř{\´i}}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers}, isbn = {978-80-261-0972-3}, doi = {10.23919/AE51540.2021.9542920}, pages = {1 -- 6}, abstract = {The key for decentralized battery systems is a robust and communication-less control strategy for autonomous power sharing of parallel-connected DC-DC converters. Battery systems improve the reliability and quality of power supply in renewable energy systems and enable power supply for off-grid, mobile applications, including islanded grids, home storage, and electric vehicles. In many cases, components with different electrical properties require different voltage levels. An adaptation is consequently essential and is normally implemented in DC grids for the batteries via bidirectional DC-DC converters. The power flow in both directions can thus be ensured. To achieve a power distribution in parallel connected DC-DC converters, a droop control in the form of a virtual internal resistor can be used. This paper presents a novel approach of a DC-DC converter with a digitally parameterizable droop resistor, whose voltage regulation is based on an analog operational amplifier circuit to ensure low delays and robustness. The droop resistor is adjusted with a microcontroller, which offers the possibility to apply a higher-level control for load sharing via an interface. Mathematical correlations are used to clearly define the parameters of the control. Furthermore, the circuit was completely simulated and tested in the hardware setup. The shown results verify the functionality and indicate only minor deviations. Therefore, this circuit is important for future use in distributed battery systems.}, language = {en} } @article{MonkmanSindersbergerPremetal., author = {Monkman, Gareth J. and Sindersberger, Dirk and Prem, Nina and Diermeier, Andreas and Szecsey, Tamara}, title = {Dielectric behaviour of magnetic hybrid materials}, series = {Physical Sciences Reviews}, volume = {7}, journal = {Physical Sciences Reviews}, number = {10}, publisher = {de Gruyter}, doi = {10.1515/psr-2019-0121}, pages = {1169 -- 1185}, abstract = {The objectives of this work include the analysis of electrical and magnetic properties of magneto-elastic hybrid materials with the intention of developing new techniques for sensor and actuator applications. This includes the investigation of dielectric properties at both low and high frequencies. The behaviour of capacitors whose dielectrics comprise magnetic hybrid materials is well known. Such interfacial magnetocapacitance can be varied according to magnetic content, magnetic flux density and the relative permittivity of the polymer matrix together with other dielectric content. The basic function of trapping electrical charges in polymers (electrets) is also established technology. However, the combination of magnetoactive polymers and electrets has led to the first electromagnetic device capable of adhering to almost any material, whether magnetically susceptible or not. During the course of this research, in addition to dielectrics, electrically conductive polymers based on (PDMS) matrices were developed in order to vary the electrical properties of the material in a targeted manner. In order to ensure repeatable results, this demanded new fabrication techniques hitherto unavailable. The 3D printing of silicones is far from being a mature technology and much pioneering work was necessary before extending the usual 3 d.o.f. to include orientation about and diffusion of particles in these three axes, thus leading to the concept of 6D printing. In 6D printing, the application of a magnetic field can be used during the curing process to control the particulate distribution and thus the spatial filler particle density as desired. Most of the devices (sensors and actuators) produced by such methods contain levels of carbonyl iron powder (CIP) embedded magnetic filler of up to 70 wt\%. Contrary to this, a hitherto neglected research area, namely magnetoactive polymers (MAPs) having significantly lower magnetic particle concentrations (1 to 3 wt\% CIP) were also investigated. With filler concentrations lower than 3 wt\%, structures are formed which are completely absent at higher filler levels. CIP concentrations in the range of 1wt\% demonstrate the formation of toroidal structures. Further development of coherent rings with a compact order results as filler concentrations increase towards 2 wt\%. Above 3 wt\% the structure eventually disintegrates to the usual random order found in traditional MAP with higher CIP content. Structured samples containing 1\%-3 wt\% CIP were investigated with the aid of X-ray tomography where solitary ring structures can be observed and eventually the formation of capillary doubles. Over wavelengths ranging from 1 to 25 µm, spectroscopic analysis of thin film MAP samples containing 2 wt\% CIP revealed measurable magnetic-field-dependent changes in IR absorption at a wavenumber 2350 (λ = 4.255 µm). This was found to be due to the diamagnetic susceptibility of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2). Consequently, the first potential application for sparse matrix MAPs was found.}, language = {en} } @article{GamischGadererDawoud, author = {Gamisch, Bernd and Gaderer, Matthias and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {On the Development of Thermochemical Hydrogen Storage: An Experimental Study of the Kinetics of the Redox Reactions under Different Operating Conditions}, series = {Applied Sciences}, volume = {11}, journal = {Applied Sciences}, number = {4}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/app11041623}, pages = {1 -- 15}, abstract = {This work aims at investigating the reduction/oxidation (redox) reaction kinetics on iron oxide pellets under different operating conditions of thermochemical hydrogen storage. In order to reduce the iron oxide pellets (90\% Fe2O3, 10\% stabilizing cement), hydrogen (H2) is applied in different concentrations with nitrogen (N2), as a carrier gas, at temperatures between between 700 ∘C and 900 ∘C, thus simulating the charging phase. The discharge phase is triggered by the flow of a mixture out of steam (H2O) and N2 at different concentrations in the same temperature range, resulting in the oxidizing of the previously reduced pellets. All investigations were carried out in a thermo-gravimetric analyzer (TGA) with a flow rate of 250mL/min. To describe the obtained kinetic results, a simplified analytical model, based on the linear driving force model, was developed. The investigated iron oxide pellets showed a stable redox performance of 23.8\% weight reduction/gain, which corresponds to a volumetric storage density of 2.8kWh/(L bulk), also after the 29 performed redox cycles. Recalling that there is no H2 stored during the storage phase but iron, the introduced hydrogen storage technology is deemed very promising for applications in urban areas as day-night or seasonal storage for green hydrogen.}, language = {en} } @article{SteiningerGadererDawoud, author = {Steininger, Peter and Gaderer, Matthias and Dawoud, Belal}, title = {Assessment of the Annual Transmission Heat Loss Reduction of a Refurbished Existing Building with an Advanced Solar Selective Thermal Insulation System}, series = {Sustainability}, volume = {13}, journal = {Sustainability}, number = {13}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/su13137336}, pages = {1 -- 19}, abstract = {A numerical parameter sensitivity analysis of the design parameters of the recently published solar selective thermal insulation system (SATIS) has been carried out to enhance its thermal and optical properties. It turned out that the insulation properties of SATIS can be effectively improved by reducing the length of the glass closure element. Increasing the area share of the light conducting elements (LCEs) and decreasing their length-to-diameter (L/D) ratio were identified as key parameters in order to increase the solar gain. Two SATIS variants were compared with the same wall insulation without SATIS in a yearly energetic performance assessment. The SATIS variant with 10 mm length of the closure element, 44.2\% area share of LCE, as well as front and rear diameters of 12 mm/9 mm shows an 11.8\% lower transmission heat loss over the heating period than the wall insulation without SATIS. A new methodology was developed to enable the implementation of the computed solar gains of SATIS in 1D simulation tools. The result is a radiant heat flow map for integration as a heat source in 1D simulation models. A comparison between the 1D and 3D models of the inside wall heat fluxes showed an integral yearly agreement of 98\%.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{ButtnerAlonsoVillaBohigasBoladerasetal., author = {Buttner, Johannes and Alonso-Villa, Cristina and Bohigas Boladeras, Pere and Kucera, Markus and Waas, Thomas}, title = {The Need for New Software Architectures for Next-generation Vehicle}, series = {Proceedings of the 5th International E-Conference on Advances in Engineering, Technology and Management (ICETM 2021)}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 5th International E-Conference on Advances in Engineering, Technology and Management (ICETM 2021)}, isbn = {978-1-63248-192-4}, pages = {58 -- 61}, abstract = {Assuming that future connected cars with automated driving functions will require even more computing power and communication bandwidth, the current network infrastructure as well as the existing individualized control units are not a profitable option for such vehicles. In addition, changing user expectations demand flexible architectural patterns and upgradeability of software components without the need to visit the workshop. However, the current statically developed and configured ECU architecture does not offer any practicable possibilities for this. For these reasons, the research for a new dynamic and flexible architecture is necessary. This new type of system architecture is expected to meet future requirements in terms of space, cost, performance, energy efficiency and number of required computing units in the vehicle, which will arise as a result of the implementation/inclusion of new automated driving functionalities, and due to the changes in user expectations. Solutions to this issue can be found in the field of enterprise IT (cluster computing), in which technologies such as Ethernet, container-based virtualization and flexible software architectures have proven themselves to be very efficient for years. Relevant infrastructures, for example from cloud computing providers, have commonly been used in high-performance or high-availability applications. Thus, in the research project A 3F has been investigated which of these concepts and methods can be applied to modern vehicle system architectures. One of the main goals is to assess the synergy potential of the two sectors, information technology and automotive industry, which to date have very different orientations. However, this synergy is expected to grow strongly in the course of the developments mentioned above. In the following pages, the necessary changes related to hardware and software will be discussed briefly und will be compared to concepts and possible solutions from the IT world.}, language = {en} }