PhD Thesis - Energy Systems Research Unit - University of Strathclyde

As it would be too confusing to show the profile of use graphs, for each load
following supply being considered, all in the one graph, a button has been
placed above this graph area to allow the different graphs to be ‘toggled’
between. The name of each load following supply appears above the relevant
graph, as shown in Figures 4.10 and 4.11, and the type of graphical information
given depends on the type of plant used (see Chapter 5). Other relevant process
information, including the number of engines used where multiple sets have
been defined, is given in the Auxiliary Supply Performance box above the
graphs. The engine being used in this example has been set to follow both the
electricity and heat demand.
The fuel storage graphs may be seen in the first graph area on the matching
procedure window (see Figure 4.12), along with the energy demand and supply
graphs, and can be ‘toggled’ between using the button above. From these it can
be seen whether the production rate is appropriate, and the required size of
storage tank can be ascertained, as shown in Figure 4.13. If the excess is
substantial, and each production period increases it (as can be seen in the second
graph), it would be wise to decrease the amount being produced. If a fuel is
available, and none has been used, the production from one timestep is still
added to the next to produce a storage profile.
The total amount of each fuel used is given in the Match Results box, and,
again, the different fuel types can be ‘toggled’ between. This is useful when the
same fuel is being used in different plants, and can be an important
consideration when comparing different scenarios. If seasonal representative
time periods are being used, an estimated annual overall consumption for each
fuel is also given below this.
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