This paper presents proof-of-concept of a novel photovoltaic (PV) inverter with integrated
short-term storage, based on the modular cascaded double H-bridge (CHB 2) topology, and …

An apparatus for model predictive control (“MPC”) is disclosed. A method and system also
perform the functions of the apparatus. The apparatus includes a measurement module that …

An apparatus includes a battery state module that determines a battery state of each of a
plurality of battery cells forming a battery unit. A battery state includes a health of the battery …

For battery control, an apparatus includes a shared bus and a plurality of isolated direct
current (DC) to DC bypass converters. Each bypass converter is associated with one battery …

Battery management circuits include a first charging channel, a Cuk circuit, and a
communication control circuit. A battery is charged through the first charging channel based …

(57) ABSTRACT A multi-source energy storage system (ESS) includes a master controller
and a plurality of ESSs. A first ESS includes an ESS controller and a plurality of micro-ESSs …

Module-based energy systems are provided having multiple converter-source modules. The
converter-source modules can each include an energy source and a converter. The systems …

(57) ABSTRACT A solar cell assembly (200) is presented. The solar cell assembly includes
one or more solar cell units (21 1) coupled in series. The solar cell unit includes a first solar …

Habitations in remote areas around the world lack basic infrastructure to achieve an efficient
supply chain. Over 90% of roads are unpaved and fuel infrastructure is scarce. A solar …

An improved method for controlling an electrical distribution system of the type having a
plurality of electrical sources, a load, a DC link coupling the electrical sources to the load …