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Digitalization as an enabler for a robust, flexible and
sustainable energy system - HPT Magazine Vol. 38 No 3/2020 Digitalization is an enabler in many areas. And the energy
system is, of course, no exception. With digitalization the
energy system could become even more robust, flexible
and sustainable. This issue of the HPT Magazine focuses on
the possibilities of digitalization in relation to heat pumping
technologies.
The Foreword points out that the term “digitalization”
is commonly used, but not always strictly defined. And
that such technologies might indeed improve the performance
of more mature technologies, if we understand how
to make them cooperate.
In one of the topical articles, digitalization is used for
reaching energy costs savings. It describes a project where
a control algorithm is developed, predicting solar energy
gains. This leads to lowered costs for energy, keeping inhabitants'
comfort intact. The other topical article investigates
the so-called controller-in-the-loop approach to testing
of heat pumping system controllers. This type of testing is
less costly than prototype testing, and closer to real operation
than software testing.
In this issue, you can also read about how the market
for heat pumps is developing in China, in the Strategic
Outlook. One driver is the coal-to-electricity project. The
government is supporting the initiative, and the future for
heat pumps in China looks good.
Read HPT Magazine No 3/2020
