Synthetic Profiles for Supply and Consumption

Using our “synPRO” simulation framework, we create customized electrical and thermal load profiles with high temporal resolution for the energy sector. Based on these time series, we examine various technology options and assess how technical, economic, and environmental factors impact business models. When generating power time series, we draw on the combined expertise of various specialist teams in the areas of PV time series generation, load time series generation, and specific plant models for batteries, heat pumps, and battery electric vehicles, thereby creating an integrated simulation tool capable of providing time series for a wide range of scenarios. Our clients can either receive synthetic time series directly for their own analysis or commission specific studies to address particular questions.

Our R&D Services in this Field Include:

  • Direct, straightforward load profile generation using our “synPRO” profile generator
  • Advanced generation of customized load profiles by our experts
  • Load profile analyses for commercial and industrial applications
  • Scenario analysis for electrical and thermal load time series for residential and commercial applications (including electric mobility, heat pumps, and PV battery storage)
  • Data-driven consulting on various technology options
  • Economic evaluation of energy services

R&D Infrastructure

At Fraunhofer ISE, we have the following infrastructure available for our research and development activities:

 

Digital Grid Lab

  • Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) System
  • 8 power amplifiers (100 kVA each)
  • Real-world grid control center
  • Test bench for smart grid control systems and communication technologies
  • Comprehensive toolsuite for IP-based communication protocols
  • Benchmark testing environment for characterizing energy management systems