Design and Implementation of an Architecture for Monitoring and Controlling Solar Energy Production for Industrial IoT
摘要
This article discusses the development of an energy management and control system (EMCS) that integrates IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) technologies, which consists of two parts. The power monitoring and switching subsystem integrates hardware and software, monitoring solar energy production and consumption in real-time and selecting between solar power and conventional electrical grid. Such selection aims to ensure an adequate energy supply for the company’s critical equipment and environments. The subsystem incorporates remote breaker activation and consumption monitoring through motorized breakers and specialized energy meters. The second subsystem, named Monitoring and Control Software System (MCSS), is a visual control center, displaying the industrial plant layout and details about energy generation and consumption. MCSS provides information on the photovoltaic plant’s performance, savings achieved, and details on energy consumption. Together, these subsystems offer an integrated solution to optimize solar energy use in industrial environments, promoting energy efficiency and sustainability.