Academia

Powering the Next Generation: Real-Time HIL Simulation for Teaching and Research

Academia

02 / 17 / 2018

Powering the Next Generation: Real-Time HIL Simulation for Teaching and Research

Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) deployed three OP4200 and three OP4510 real-time simulators to establish a real-time simulation laboratory for teaching and research. By leveraging MATLAB/Simulink models on CPU cores and FPGA solvers, CPUT enables students and researchers to accelerate control development, test microgrids and power converters, and perform Rapid Control Prototyping (RCP) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) verifications.

A Unique Smart Grid Lab and Energy Storage Bed at Newcastle University

Academia, Energy

12 / 14 / 2016

A Unique Smart Grid Lab and Energy Storage Bed at Newcastle University

Newcastle University

Newcastle University deployed OPAL-RT's real-time simulation solutions to support its Smart Grid Lab and Energy Storage Test Bed, enabling real-time simulation, Power-Hardware-in-the-Loop testing, and studies based on live and stored power system data.

KTH Uses OPAL-RT Simulators to Conduct Groundbreaking Research and Education

Academia, Energy

10 / 19 / 2016

KTH Uses OPAL-RT Simulators to Conduct Groundbreaking Research and Education

Royal Institute of Technology (KTH)

KTH developed SmarTS-Lab using OPAL-RT’s eMEGAsim Real-Time Power Grid Simulator to support smart grid research and education through real-time simulation, Hardware-in-the-Loop testing, and communication system validation.

University of Michigan Researchers Use OPAL-RT Simulators for Analysis & Optimization of All-Electric Ship Integrated Power Systems

Academia, Energy

10 / 09 / 2016

University of Michigan Researchers Use OPAL-RT Simulators for Analysis & Optimization of All-Electric Ship Integrated Power Systems

University of Michigan

University of Michigan researchers developed a real-time simulation facility based on OPAL-RT technology to analyze and optimize All-Electric Ship Integrated Power Systems, supporting power management, dynamic system reconfiguration, and Hardware-in-the-Loop testing.

The Impact of Real-Time Simulation on the Development of Marine Power Systems at Aalborg University

Academia, Energy

09 / 27 / 2016

The Impact of Real-Time Simulation on the Development of Marine Power Systems at Aalborg University

Aalborg University

Aalborg University uses OPAL-RT real-time simulation technology to design, test, and validate advanced marine power systems, supporting the integration of new technologies into modern vessels.

Nagoya Institute of Technology Uses OPAL-RT to Develop a Novel SVR Control Method Using Solar Radiation Sensors

Academia, Energy

09 / 27 / 2016

Nagoya Institute of Technology Uses OPAL-RT to Develop a Novel SVR Control Method Using Solar Radiation Sensors

Nagoya Institute of Technology (NITECH)

Nagoya Institute of Technology uses OPAL-RT real-time simulation technology to develop and validate a novel Step Voltage Regulator (SVR) control method that uses solar radiation information to improve voltage regulation in distribution systems with high photovoltaic penetration.

APERT Uses OPAL-RT for FPGA Simulation of Matrix Power Converters

Academia, Power electronics

09 / 27 / 2016

APERT Uses OPAL-RT for FPGA Simulation of Matrix Power Converters

APERT (Applied Electronics Research Team)

APERT uses OPAL-RT’s eFPGAsim platform to perform real-time simulation of complex power converter systems and accelerate the development of advanced control algorithms for renewable energy applications.