INTERFACE CONTROL FOR STORAGE BATTERY BASED ALTERNATE ENERGY SYSTEM

摘要

INTERFACE CONTROL FOR STORAGE BATTERY BASEDALTERNATE ENERGY SYSTEMSABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSUREAn alternate energy interface control for implementation with utilityderived power sources and alternate power sources such as are provided vysolar panels, windmills, and the like employed with systems utilizing storagebatteries. The system monitors the current level of photovoltaic solar panelswithin intervals during such panels are connected with the battery storagesource and further monitors the voltage levels developed by such panelsduring normal open circuit conditions thereof. A logic control is providedwhich monitors alternate source currents and voltage as well as storagebattery voltage levels to prioritize the use of available alternate energysources. Battery charging during periods of alternate power sourceavailability is with a pulsed technique to enhance battery lifespans.