Drilling Rig Smart Microgrid

Can drilling rig microgrid generators reduce fuel consumption?

This article presents an optimized energy management model aimed at reducing fuel consumption of drilling rig microgrid generators and utilizing wind turbine hybrid energy. With the drilling rig standing at a height of 45 m, a wind turbine can be installed on top of it up to a height of 85 m, ensuring acceptable wind speed supply to the turbine.

What control techniques are used in a microgrid drilling rig?

Control techniques and control points for power, voltage, and frequency management of a microgrid drilling rig with a battery and hybrid system, including different energy sources, diesel generators, back-up energy recovery, and wind turbines, are also discussed.

What are the strategies for energy management systems for smart microgrids?

There are many strategies for energy management systems for smart microgrids such as load management, generation management, and energy storage management 4. The control system of a microgrid must continuously analyze and prioritize loads to maintain a balance between power generation and consumption.

What is a smart microgrid?

Smart microgrids (SMGs) are small, localized power grids that can work alone or alongside the main grid. A blend of renewable energy sources, energy storage, and smart control systems optimizes resource utilization and responds to demand and supply changes in real-time 1.

Will the microgrid network provide power to the drilling rig?

Based on the data from Fig. 5, it is clear that the microgrid network will not provide power to the drilling rig or charge the battery during the low phase without the Drawworks load. Furthermore, there will be no discharge or charge of the battery at this stage, and the state of charge will remain stable.

What is an integrated energy management system for an offshore microgrid?

5. Conclusion This work introduced an integrated energy management system for an offshore microgrid comprising three petroleum platforms, a floating wind farm, and a setup for green hydrogen production and storage. Two of the platforms housed seven aero-derivative gas turbines, providing power and heat.