Improving energy efficiency of pumping stations using optimal control methods

Abstract

Relevance: In our republic, increasing the energy efficiency of large pumping stations (PS) necessitates investigating their joint operating modes with the electric power system (EPS), considering the combined influence on their respective modes.

Aim: to analyze the mutual influence of large pumping station operating modes on electric power system modes, based on control theory methods, as well as methods for improving PS energy efficiency through optimized control.

Methods: methods of system analysis were employed, and mathematical models for automatic control of PS operating modes were applied. Mathematical modeling and analysis methods were also utilized, allowing for the investigation of PS and EPS operation under various operating conditions and the determination of optimal functioning conditions.

Results: the results confirm the possibility of using mathematical models for automatic control and optimization to analyze the efficiency of joint operating modes of large PS and EPS. The obtained results can be used in the design, modernization, and operation of pumping stations, as well as in the development of automated control systems for their operating modes.