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would control the throttle of the genset. If the biogas pressure dropped below a certain threshold,
the genset would need to be throttled back or shut off until the biogas supply regenerated. The
system would require an indication of the gas pressure and state of electrical output for the
farmer.
A decision would have to be made whether to run the genset at a continuous rate matched to the
available biogas supply, or run it at its peak efficiency with occasional shut downs to allow the
biogas supply to regenerate. In either case, excess biogas would need to be flared or vented,
depending upon local fire and safety regulations.
The electrical hookup to the grid will require an intertie that can match the generator output to
the correct voltage and phase of the system. Manual breakers, and safety dropout breakers
would also be required. Similar equipment is used in many photo-voltaic installations that have
a grid interconnect. There are numerous newer products available that are capable of handling
the size of supply that this system would produce, between 10-20kWe. Larger systems than
100kW will require extensive safety and dropout protection.
Significant Challenges:
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Local regulations for electrical safety need to be verified by both the utility, occupational
health, and local fire departments
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Requirements for automatic or manual intertie need to be established
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Detailed control system designs for temperature control need to be developed, and the
heating systems tested
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Heat loss calculations are based on theoretical estimates, and these need to be properly
verified
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Regulations on venting or flaring of gas need to be determined
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