Emergency Power Backup addresses the critical need for reliable power solutions in an era increasingly vulnerable to grid instability and power outages. It explores alternative energy sources and the engineering principles behind effective backup systems, highlighting the shift from backup power as a luxury to a necessity.
The book demonstrates evaluating energy needs and selecting suitable alternate sources, such as solar photovoltaic, wind, and battery storage, which are crucial for ensuring power resilience across diverse applications. It emphasizes a proactive approach to designing robust backup systems, essential for industries like healthcare, telecommunications, and residential complexes, where power failures can have catastrophic consequences.
This book bridges the gap between theory and practical application by presenting methodologies for evaluating, designing, and deploying emergency power systems. It builds upon fundamental electrical engineering principles, including circuit analysis and power systems design, while also introducing key concepts in renewable energy.
The book progresses from an overview of emergency power's importance to detailed sections on prime movers, energy storage, and backup system design, using real-world case studies to illustrate practical applications in various settings. It also examines grid-interactive systems and microgrids, showcasing their role in enhancing power resilience and efficiency.
