E.ON has been granted a patent for a method to control thermal energy distribution systems. The method involves forecasting heat and cooling demands, generating control signals, and regulating energy outtake from a distribution grid through local control units in buildings, enhancing efficiency in energy management. GlobalData’s report on E.ON gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Method for controlling thermal energy distribution systems
The patent US12044425B2 outlines a method and system for managing a thermal energy distribution network that utilizes a fluid-based approach for heating and cooling. The system consists of a distribution grid, production plants that generate heating and cooling, and multiple local control units linked to individual buildings. The method involves forecasting the expected energy demand and production capacity over time, which is processed by a control server to generate a time-resolved control signal. This signal, which includes temperature offset information, is sent to the local control units. Each unit then determines a base steering temperature based on external conditions and adjusts the heating or cooling output accordingly to optimize energy distribution.
Additionally, the patent specifies that the forecast data can include weather forecasts and historical usage patterns, enhancing the accuracy of the energy management system. The control signals are designed to be sent periodically, with a duration that may exceed the intervals between signals, allowing for proactive adjustments in energy delivery before demand spikes. The system is structured to ensure that each local control unit can effectively regulate the outtake of heating and cooling based on real-time data, thereby improving the efficiency of the thermal energy distribution process.
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