UNIVERSITY OF
MEMPHIS
OPAL-RT
Test Station.
The e-SOL lab features an advanced OPAL-RT power-hardware-in-the-loop (PHIL) system that enables dynamic, real-time testing of energy systems under various conditions. The system includes an OP4510 Real-Time Simulator equipped with an Intel Xeon CPU (4 cores, 3.5 GHz) and a Xilinx FPGA Kintex-7 325T, which supports high-speed, accurate simulations. For physical hardware testing, the OP1400 4-Quadrant PHIL Power Amplifier supports up to 15 kW, comprising an OP8110-6 PHIL amplifier (6 phases, 120 Vrms, 10 kW) and an OP8110-3 PHIL amplifier (3 phases, 120 Vrms, 5 kW). The system is complemented by comprehensive RT-LAB software licenses, allowing precise modeling and control of complex power systems. This setup provides unique capabilities for testing energy storage devices, grid interactions, and system response under realistic operating conditions, enhancing research into performance optimization and resilience in energy systems.
Advanced Bi-Directional Cell Cycling and Data Acquisition System
The e-SOL lab also features a versatile bi-directional cell cycling power supply and advanced data acquisition system for detailed energy system testing. This setup includes the ITECH IT-M3432 Bidirectional Power Supply, capable of providing 800W with an output range of 0-60V and 0-30A, allowing precise control over charging and discharging cycles. Supporting data acquisition is managed by the NI cDAQ-9174 4-slot USB chassis, integrated with various specialized modules: the NI 9210 4-channel thermocouple input for temperature monitoring, the NI 9221 8-channel 60V analog input for voltage measurements, and the NI 9862 1-port CAN module for communication and data logging. This system enables comprehensive testing of electrochemical cells, capturing detailed performance data to advance research into battery cycling, degradation analysis, and operational efficiency under diverse conditions.
