JP5474226B1 - Energy management system - Google Patents

Abstract

[PROBLEMS] To provide the minimum functions necessary for daily life even during a disaster or autonomous operation.
A power generation system 6 generates power. The plurality of devices 5 consume power at the power consumer 2. The measuring means 8 measures a physical quantity related to the environment in the power consumer 2. The controller 9 monitors and controls the plurality of devices 5. When the controller 9 restricts the capability or function of each device 5 based on the state of the system obtained from the measurement result of the measuring means 8 and the operating state of each device 5, information indicating a resident's request, Consider at least one of the resident's life patterns.
[Selection] Figure 1

Description

  The present invention relates to an energy management system.

  Techniques for dealing with disasters have been disclosed (see, for example, Patent Document 1). In this technique, a home gateway device connected to a plurality of devices in a home via a home network is used. The home gateway device is connected to an external computer (a plurality of service providing devices, a local government system, a home gateway management system, etc.) via the Internet. The home gateway device controls each device by executing a plurality of service programs provided from each service providing device, and transmits information collected from each device to the service providing device. The home gateway device stores data of each service program as shared data. For each service program, the home gateway device controls access to shared data from the service program based on access permission / prohibition information provided from the home gateway management system. Among the service programs executed by the home gateway device is a disaster safety notification program. Normally, writing and reading of shared data is prohibited for this program. When the home gateway management system detects disaster information, the home gateway management system transmits an emergency signal to the home gateway device. When receiving the emergency signal, the home gateway device shifts from the normal mode to the disaster mode, and changes the access permission information of the disaster safety notification program to read permission. The disaster safety notification program generates human safety information based on the read shared data (home information), and transmits the generated notification information to the local government system.

  In addition, a technique for dealing with a disaster is disclosed (see, for example, Patent Document 2). In this technique, a home server that controls the operation at the time of a disaster receives operation information indicating an operation to be performed by the terminal device in response to the reception of the disaster neglected information from the terminal device, and stores the received operation information. Subsequently, when the disaster notification information is received from the disaster notification information transmitting device, the home server generates and transmits control information for operating the terminal device based on the stored operation information. The control information varies depending on the disaster level included in the disaster notification information.

  Furthermore, other techniques for dealing with disasters are disclosed (for example, see Patent Document 3). In this technique, a home server that connects an external network and a local network is used. The home server receives information related to the external server transmitted from the client device connected via the local network, and requests the external server to transmit disaster operation information via the external network. The home server receives and stores the disaster operation information received from the external server in response to this request. The home server transmits an operation instruction to the client device based on the stored disaster operation information when receiving the disaster notification information notifying that the occurrence of the disaster or the occurrence of the disaster is predicted. The disaster notification information includes the type or level of the disaster, and the operation instruction varies depending on the type or level of the disaster.

JP 2007-316945 A JP 2006-301802 A JP 2007-94925 A

  However, in the techniques disclosed in Patent Documents 1, 2, and 3, a controller such as a home gateway device or a home server instructs the device to operate during a disaster. The instructions differ appropriately depending on the level at the time of disaster. However, these technologies only limit the functions on the system unilaterally. Therefore, the technologies disclosed in Patent Documents 1, 2, and 3 do not provide a function for managing energy consumption and cooperatively controlling devices so that a minimum function can be provided in accordance with a resident's life pattern. . For this reason, in a situation where functions are restricted (during disasters or autonomous operation), it is difficult to provide functions that are required according to the resident's life pattern according to the environment, season, and time.

  The present invention has been made under the above-described circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide an energy management system that can provide the minimum functions necessary for daily life even during a disaster or during independent operation.

In order to achieve the above object, an energy management system according to the present invention provides:
An energy management system for managing power in a power consumer,
A power generation system for generating power;
A plurality of devices that consume power in the power consumer;
Measuring means for measuring physical quantities related to the environment in the electric power consumer;
A controller for monitoring and controlling the plurality of devices;
With
The controller is
Based on the measurement result of the measurement means and the operating state of each device, the state of the entire management target including the power generation system, the plurality of devices, and the measurement means is detected,
When power is being supplied through the power system , at least one of information indicating the resident's request including the upper limit value of power consumption set by the resident and information indicating the living pattern of the resident is considered. And based on the detected state of the entire management target, limit the capability or function of each device,
During self-sustaining operation when power is not supplied through the power system, the power consumption due to operation of the plurality of devices does not exceed the power that can be self-sufficient regardless of the upper limit value of power consumption set by the resident As described above, the capability or function of each device is limited .

  According to this invention, it is possible to control each device in a coordinated manner so that a minimum function can be provided in accordance with at least one of a resident's request and a resident's life pattern. As a result, for example, it is possible to provide the minimum functions necessary for daily life even during a disaster or during independent operation.

It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the energy management system which concerns on this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the controller of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows operation | movement of an energy management system. FIG. 4A is a graph showing fluctuations in power when overload avoidance control is not performed. FIG. 4B is a graph showing fluctuations in electric power when overload avoidance control is performed. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the controller of the energy management system which concerns on Embodiment 2 of this invention. 6 (A), 6 (B), and 6 (C) are graphs showing an example of fluctuations in daily power consumption by the energy management system according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention in units of one hour. is there. It is a flowchart which shows operation | movement of the energy management system which concerns on Embodiment 2 of this invention.

  Embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

Embodiment 1 FIG.
First, a first embodiment of the present invention will be described.

  FIG. 1 shows a configuration of an energy management system 1 according to this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 1, the energy management system 1 is provided in a power consumer 2 such as a house. The energy management system 1 is a system that manages energy in the electric power consumer 2, specifically, electric power.

  Electric power is supplied to the electric power consumer 2 via an external electric power system 3. The electric power supplied via the electric power system 3 is supplied to a plurality of devices 5 via electric lamp lines 4 installed in the electric power consumer 2. The plurality of devices 5 are household electrical appliances or facility devices installed in the power consumer 2.

  The energy management system 1 includes the above-described device 5, power generation system 6, power storage system 7, measuring means 8, and controller 9. In this embodiment, each device 5, the power generation system 6, the power storage system 7 and the measuring means 8 are managed.

  Wireless communication means 10 is connected to each device 5, power generation system 6, power storage system 7, measurement means 8, and controller 9. Each wireless communication means 10 constitutes a wireless communication network using the same communication protocol. Thereby, in the electric power consumer 2, wireless communication between the controller 9 and the management target, that is, between the management targets becomes possible.

[machine]
The device 5 is a home appliance or a facility device. These devices 5 provide predetermined functions to residents by basically consuming electric power in the electric power consumer. Examples of the device 5 include a lighting device, a ventilation fan, an IH (Induction Heating) cooking heater, a microwave oven, a refrigerator, a rice cooker, a TV, a personal computer, a room air conditioner, a floor heating (including a heat pump type), an electric water heater ( Such as a heat pump type), an electric window, and an electric blind. Wireless communication means 10 is connected to each device 5. Wireless communication is performed between the wireless communication means 10 connected to each device 5 and the wireless communication means 10 connected to the controller 9. Each device 5 is monitored and controlled by the controller 9 through this wireless communication.

[Power generation system]
The power generation system 6 is a system that generates power. Typical examples of such a system include a solar power generation system, a fuel cell, and a wind power generation system. The power generation system 6 supplies the generated power as power for the home appliance 5 and causes surplus power to flow backward to the power system 3. Due to this reverse power flow, electricity is sold. A wireless communication means 10 is connected to the power generation system 6. Wireless communication is performed between the wireless communication means 10 connected to the power generation system 6 and the wireless communication means 10 connected to the controller 9. The power generation system 6 is monitored and controlled by the controller 9 through this wireless communication.

[Power storage system]
The power storage system 7 is a system capable of storing and discharging electric power. Typical examples of the power storage system 7 include a storage battery or an electric vehicle capable of charging / discharging the home. A wireless communication unit 10 is connected to the power storage system 7. Wireless communication is performed between the wireless communication means 10 connected to the power storage system 7 and the wireless communication means 10 connected to the controller 9. The power storage system 7 is monitored and controlled by the controller 9 through this wireless communication.

  In this embodiment, the power generation system 6 and the power storage system 7 constitute a power feeding system. When the power system 3 fails, the energy management system 1 performs independent operation of the device 5 and the like by supplying power from the power feeding system under the control of the controller 9.

[Measuring means]
The measuring means 8 are sensors for measuring physical quantities (environment information) related to various environments in the house. That is, the measuring means 8 measures environmental information. The measuring unit 8 transmits the measurement value to the controller 9 periodically, for example, via the wireless communication unit 10. A wireless communication unit 10 is connected to the measurement unit 8. For example, the measurement unit 8 performs measurement at a period set in advance by the controller 9 or the like, and transmits the measurement value to the controller 9.

  In FIG. 1, a power measuring device 8 a is shown as an example of the measuring unit 8. The power measuring device 8a measures the trading power or the trading power amount of the entire house. Moreover, the power measuring device 8a measures the power consumption or the power consumption for each home device 5 or each branch circuit. Further, the power measuring device 8 a measures the power consumption or the power consumption generated by the power generation system 6. In addition, the power measuring device 8 a measures the charge / discharge power or the charge / discharge power amount generated by the charge / discharge of the power storage system 7.

In FIG. 1, an environment measuring device 8 b is shown as another example of the measuring unit 8. The environment measuring device 8b measures, for example, temperature, humidity, illuminance, CO ₂ concentration, solar radiation amount, presence / absence of a person as environmental values in the house.

[controller]
The controller 9 performs overall control of the entire system. The controller 9 is a computer having hardware such as a CPU and a memory. When the CPU executes a program stored in the memory, that is, by executing a software program that operates on the hardware of the controller 9, the following functions of the constituent elements are realized.

  The controller 9 performs wireless communication via the wireless communication means 10 connected to the own device and the wireless communication means 10 connected to the device 5, the power generation system 6, the power storage system 7, and the measurement means 8. Using this wireless communication, the controller 9 performs state monitoring and control (monitoring control) of each management target (particularly the device 5). Furthermore, the controller 9 detects the state of the entire system based on the measurement result of the measuring unit 8 and the operation state of each device 5. Further, the controller 9 considers at least one of the information indicating the resident's desire and the resident's life pattern when restricting the capability or function of each device 5 based on the detected state of the system. .

  The configuration of the controller 9 in this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the controller 9 includes a communication unit 20, a system state value database 21, a system control unit 22, a clock unit 23, a system state detection unit 24, and a device function restriction setting unit 25.

  The communication unit 20 performs communication processing with a plurality of management targets (the device 5, the power generation system 6, the power storage system 7, or the measurement unit 8) in the power consumer 2. The communication unit 20 converts a status value acquisition request, a control command (control setting request), and the like to a management target, and transmits the request to the management target. In addition, the communication unit 20 transmits a control command (control setting request) or the like to the device 5, the power generation system 6, the power storage system 7, or the measurement unit 8 in accordance with the update of the value registered in the system state value database 21. The communication unit 20 receives the operation state value transmitted from the device 5. The communication unit 20 transmits the received operation state value to the system state value database 21. Thereby, the operation state value of the system state value database 21 is updated.

  The system state value database 21 is a database that holds state values (including measurement values in the case of the measurement means 8) obtained from the management target obtained via the communication means 20. The state value (including the operation state value and the measurement value) held in the system state value database 21 is updated to the value acquired via the communication unit 20. Similarly, control setting information for the device 5 is written in the system state value database 21 by the system control means 22. The system control unit 22 transmits a control command (control setting request) including control setting information to the management target via the communication unit 20.

Data stored in the system state value database 21 includes the following.
(A-1) System state value indicating the state of the entire system (A-2) Operation mode value of the entire system (A-3) Various environmental information measured by the power generation system 6, the power storage system 7, the device 5 and the measuring means 8 Measurement value of (physical quantity) (A-4) Operation state value of power generation system 6, power storage system 7 and device 5 (A-5) Function limit set value of device 5 (A-6) Operation schedule of device 5 (controller) 9 or determined by resident setting)

Based on the operation mode value stored in the system state value database 21, the system control unit 22 monitors and controls the management target device 5, the power generation system 6, the power storage system 7, and the measurement unit 8. Examples of the contents of control include the following.
(B-1) Power consumption suppression control of the device 5 according to the generated power of the power generation system 6 and the amount of stored power of the power storage system 7 (B-2) Charge / discharge control of the power storage system 7 according to the generated power of the power generation system 6 (B-3) Power consumption suppression control of the device 5 according to a resident's power saving request (B-4) Self-sustained operation control by the power generation system 6 and the power storage system 7 in an emergency (at the time of power failure of the power system 3)

  The clock means 23 measures time in order to manage the system time.

The system state detection unit 24 detects the system state and changes the operation mode value. Here, the system state is detected based on the device state value and various measurement values stored in the system state value database 21, and the system state value is obtained. Examples of detection by the system state detection means 24 include the following.
(C-1) Presence or absence of power outage state of power system 3 (C-2) Whether the system is in a self-sustaining operation state (C-3) Whether power consumption is close to contract power (C-4) ) Whether surplus power is generated by the power generation system 6 (C-5) Whether the power storage system 7 is charged or discharged (C-6) Remaining rechargeable battery of the power storage system 7 Whether the capacity is sufficient

  The device function restriction setting means 25 is a setting value (restricted for the functions and capabilities of each management target based on the system state value detected by the system state detection means 24 and the time information indicating the date and time by the clock means 23). Function restriction status value). This set value is stored in the system state value database 21 as a function restriction set value. When the system state value database 21 is updated, a restriction instruction including a restriction setting value (function restriction state value) is transmitted to each management target by the communication unit 20.

(Limitation of device 5 alone)
At this time, if the device 5 is capable of function restriction alone, such as reduction of usable functions or restriction of power consumption according to the restriction instruction transmitted from the controller 9, the controller 9 sends a restriction setting instruction to the device. 5 may be transmitted. On the other hand, in the case where the device 9 cannot perform complete control alone with respect to the restriction instruction from the controller 9 or cannot process the restriction instruction itself, the controller 9 continuously monitors and operates the device 5. Do.

  The system control unit 22 controls the device 5 with respect to the device 5 whose function is restricted by the device function restriction setting unit 25 so that the function of the device 5 falls within the restriction range.

  The input / output means 30 is a man-machine interface that connects the system and a resident. The input / output means 30 is used for inputting a system status value to a resident or notification (output), a request from the resident to the system, or an operation. As the input / output means 30, for example, a wall-mounted remote controller provided with a liquid crystal panel, a touch panel, and a hardware switch, a portable terminal such as a tablet, a smartphone, and a mobile phone, a personal computer, and the like can be used.

  Next, the operation of the energy management system 1 shown in FIG. 1 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.

  In the energy management system 1, the controller 9 performs overall control of the entire system. The controller 9 starts the activation process at the first activation or after the system reset. In this startup process, the controller 9 (system state detection means 24) first resets the operation mode to the normal state (step S102). Subsequently, the controller 9 (apparatus function restriction setting means 25) resets the function restriction setting value in the system state value database 21 (step S103). At this time, the set function restriction setting value is transmitted from the communication unit 20 to each device 5.

  Subsequently, the controller 9 (communication unit 20) acquires various measurement values measured by the measurement unit 8 (step S104). Specifically, the controller 9 (communication unit 20) transmits a measurement value acquisition request to the measurement unit 8. The measured value obtained as a response is set in the system state value database 21. However, in the case where the measurement unit 8 is a device that cannot respond to a transmission request from the controller 9, that is, a device that has only a function of periodically transmitting measurement values, there is no need to transmit a measurement value acquisition request.

  Subsequently, the controller 9 (system state detection unit 24) acquires an operation state value of the device 5 or the like (step S105). Specifically, the system state detection unit 24 transmits an operation state value acquisition request to the device 5, the power generation system 6, and the power storage system 7 via the communication unit 20. The operation state value obtained as a response is set in the system state value database 21.

  Subsequently, the controller 9 (system state detection means 24) detects the system state value based on the obtained measurement value or state value (value stored in the system state value database 21) (step S106). Here, the setting value indicating the resident's request input via the input / output means 30 is also reflected in the system state value. The setting value corresponding to the information indicating the resident's request includes, for example, various setting values that define conditions for shifting to a self-sustained operation at the time of a power outage or steady state, power consumption or an upper limit setting value for power consumption, There is an upper limit setting value for bills. These set values determine, for example, an upper limit value of power consumed by the power consumer 2 and are information indicating a resident's request regarding power consumption in the power consumer 2.

  Subsequently, the controller 9 (system state detection means 24) compares the system state value detected in the previous step S106 with the system state value detected in the current step S106 (step S107). When the system state value detected this time has changed with respect to the system state value detected last time (step S107; Yes), the controller 9 (system state detection means 24), according to the system state value detected this time, The operation mode value is changed (step S108). Subsequently, the controller 9 (device function restriction setting means 25) sets the function restriction setting value for each device 5 in the system state value database 21 in accordance with the operation mode value changed in step S108 (step S109). Here, based on the detected state of the entire system, a function restriction setting value for restricting the capability or function of each device 5 is set. At this time, as will be described later, a resident's request is set. At least one of the information to show and the information to show the resident's life pattern is considered. For example, the power consumption is limited to an upper limit value corresponding to the resident's request, and the capability or function of the device 5 that can be restricted is limited according to the resident's life pattern. The function restriction setting value set at this time is transmitted to each device 5 via the communication means 20.

  On the other hand, when the system state value detected this time has not changed with respect to the system state value detected last time (step S107; No), or after execution of step S109, the controller 9 (system control means 22) Each device 5 is controlled based on the operation mode set in S108 and the function restriction setting value of each device 5 set in Step S109 (Step S110). Specifically, the system control unit 22 performs a control calculation based on the operation mode value and the function restriction setting value stored in the system state value database 21. A control command including a restriction instruction to each device 5, the power generation system 6 and the power storage system 7 obtained as a result is set in the system state value database 21. The communication unit 20 acquires the updated control command from the system state value database 21 and transmits it to each device 5, the power generation system 6, and the power storage system 7.

  After execution of step S110, the process returns to step S104, and the subsequent processing is repeated.

  Next, the setting contents of each device 5 set by the device function restriction setting unit 25 will be described.

(Lighting equipment)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. Restricted functions are lighting and illuminance (however, devices capable of illuminance control). In particular, in the case of a lighting device capable of suppressing capacity (indicating maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), lighting / extinction, illuminance, and the like are automatically controlled so as to satisfy the restriction instruction of the controller 9.

(Ventilation fan)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. The limited functions are operation and ventilation (however, equipment that can control ventilation). In particular, in the case of a device capable of suppressing the capacity (maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), the operation / stop, the ventilation amount, and the like are automatically controlled so as to satisfy the restriction instruction of the controller 9.

(IH cooking heater)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. Restricted functions are stove and grill operation, maximum available firepower, and automatic cooking function that can be selected and executed. In particular, in the case of a device capable of capacity reduction (suppression of maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), operation / stop of a stove or grill, heating power, operation of an automatic cooking function so as to satisfy the restriction instruction of the controller 9 / Stop etc. are automatically controlled.

(microwave)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. The limited functions are operation, range output, and automatic cooking function. If the device is capable of capacity reduction (suppression of maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), operation / stop, range output, automatic cooking function operation / stop, etc. are automatically performed to satisfy the restriction instructions of the controller 9 Controlled.

(refrigerator)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. Restricted functions are ice making, internal temperature setting, and quick freezing function. If the device is capable of capacity reduction (suppression of maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), execution / stop of ice making, internal temperature, stop of quick freezing function, door to satisfy the restriction instruction of controller 9 The turn-off of the interior lamp when opened is automatically controlled.

(rice cooker)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. Restricted functions are driving and automatic cooking mode. If the device is capable of capacity control (suppression of maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), operation / stop, execution / stop of automatic cooking mode, etc. are automatically controlled to satisfy the restriction instructions of the controller 9 Is done.

(TV set)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. Restricted functions are display, backlight illuminance, viewable content, and recording function. If the device is capable of suppressing capacity (maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), display ON / OFF, backlight illuminance, viewable content limit execution / Release, stop execution / release of recording function, etc. are automatically controlled.

(Room air conditioner)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. Restricted functions are operation, operation mode, set temperature, wind direction setting, and wind speed setting. If the device is capable of capacity control (indication of maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), operation / stop, operation mode change, set temperature limit execution / cancellation, wind direction so as to satisfy the controller 9 limit instruction Execution / cancellation of setting change restriction, execution / cancellation of wind speed setting change restriction, etc. are automatically controlled.

(Floor heating (including heat pump type))
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. Restricted functions are operation, operation mode, and set temperature. If the device is capable of capacity suppression (maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption suppression), operation / stop, operation mode change, set temperature limit execution / cancellation, etc. may be performed to satisfy the controller 9 limit instruction. Automatically controlled.

(Electric water heater (including heat pump type))
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. Restricted functions are operation, automatic boiling, boiling temperature, amount of boiling water, bath hot water, bath reheating, and hot water temperature. In the case of a device capable of capacity reduction (suppression of maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), operation / stop, automatic boiling execution / stop, boiling temperature restriction execution / Stop, boiling temperature limit execution / stop, bath hot water prohibition / permission, bath reheating prohibition / permission, hot water temperature limit execution / stop, etc. are automatically controlled.

(Electric window)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. The restricted function is an opening / closing operation. In the case of a device capable of capacity suppression (maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption suppression), prohibition / permission of the opening / closing operation is automatically controlled so as to satisfy the restriction instruction of the controller 9.

(Electric blind)
Various functions are restricted by a restriction instruction from the controller 9 according to the system state value or the operation mode. Restricted functions are opening / closing and blind angle. If the device is capable of suppressing capacity (maximum power consumption or maximum current consumption), the opening / closing operation prohibition / permission, blind angle manual operation prohibition / permission, etc. are performed so as to satisfy the restriction instruction of the controller 9. Automatically controlled.

  When each device 5 receives the restriction instruction from the controller 9, the device 5 notifies the controller 9 of the state of the device 5 generated by the function restriction. The controller 9 that has received the notification may automatically change the control operation based on the notification content. In addition, the controller 9 may output a warning to the resident through the input / output means 30 and prompt the user to limit the operation of the device 5 by the resident's operation input.

  For example, the lighting device notifies the controller 9 of a realizable illuminance with respect to the necessary illuminance. In addition, the ventilation fan notifies the controller 9 of a realizable ventilation amount with respect to the necessary ventilation amount. In addition, the IH cooking heater notifies the controller 9 of a usable stove, grill state, maximum heating power, and usable automatic cooking mode. The microwave oven notifies the controller 9 about the usable range capability and the usable automatic cooking mode. The refrigerator notifies the controller 9 of the restricted function. The rice cooker notifies the controller 9 about whether or not rice can be cooked and the automatic cooking mode that can be used. The television notifies the controller 9 about available functions. The room air conditioner notifies the controller 9 of the restricted function (only air blowing is possible) and the settable temperature range. The floor heating (including the heat pump type) notifies the controller 9 about a settable temperature range. Electric water heaters (including heat pump type) provide the controller 9 with a boiling temperature, amount of hot water, hot water supply temperature, whether or not the bath can be refilled, whether or not the bath can be reheated, and whether or not the required amount of hot water or hot water can be heated for a predetermined time. To be notified. The electric window notifies the controller 9 about whether or not it can be opened and closed. The electric blind notifies the controller 9 about whether or not it can be operated.

  The controller 9 simultaneously performs the function restriction on each device 5 and the control of the device 5. For example, during a self-sustained operation that is performed when a disaster occurs, it suppresses sudden changes in the generated power due to changes in environmental conditions by the power generation system that uses natural energy, and sudden changes in the power due to operation or stop of equipment or transient conditions Is difficult. Therefore, the controller 9 limits the function of each device 5. At this time, the controller 9 not only entrusts the control of the device 5 but also directly controls the operation / stop of the device 5 and suppresses the capacity so that the consumption of energy (electric power) does not exceed the power that can be supplied by the system. To suppress the occurrence of system down due to overload. Such an overload suppression function operates with the highest priority regardless of the upper limit (target value) of power consumption from the resident in order to protect the system.

  Further, the controller 9 may predict the generated power of the power generation system 6 using natural energy based on weather forecasts and weather information including the past such as temperature and humidity. In this case, when a decrease in generated power is predicted, the controller 9 may strengthen the function restriction on the device 5. Conversely, if it is predicted that surplus power will be generated, the power generation system 6 and the power storage system 7 are controlled so that the power generated by the power generation system 6 is sold or stored in the power storage system 7. May be.

  Further, the controller 9 records the history information stored as history information (history information indicating the relationship between the operation state of each device 5 and the power change) in association with the operation history of the device 5 and the power consumption change history. The device 5 learns the time zone in which the device 5 is used, the time zone when the power consumption peaks, the change in power consumption after device operation, and the like. You may make it restrict | limit. In this case, the controller 9 may adjust the timing of operating the device 5 so that the power consumption due to the operation of each device 5 does not exceed the supply capability of the system. Further, the controller 9 may temporarily suppress the function of the device 5 or stop the function of the device 5. In addition, the controller 9 notifies the occupant of the time period during which the power consumption is large via the input / output means 30 so that the occupant is restrained from using the device 5 during that time period. Also good.

  For example, during a self-sustained operation (including when a disaster occurs), for a time zone during which cooking is performed, functional restrictions on the cooking appliance are relaxed or released to improve convenience when using the cooking appliance. At this time, functional restrictions are strengthened for devices not directly related to cooking, for example, room air conditioners, TVs, floor heating, hot water storage type electric water heaters, and the like. Moreover, if there is a margin in the storage energy of the power storage system 7, the controller 9 performs energy management so that usable energy can be used in the cooking appliance by supplying power by discharging from the power storage system 7.

  Moreover, it is considered that the resident does not often cook at rest. Therefore, the controller 9 relaxes the function restriction of the information equipment such as the air conditioner-related equipment and TV or the entertainment equipment, and strengthens the function restriction of the cooking equipment. If it does in this way, the sudden starting of the apparatus which requires large electric power like a cooking appliance will be suppressed, and the sudden load change at the time of a self-supporting operation will be suppressed. Further, when there is a margin in the amount of power generated by the power generation system 6, the power is stored in the power storage system 7, and energy is stored by increasing the boiling of the hot water storage type electric water heater.

  In addition, at the time of going to bed, the controller 9 stops the operation of the device 5 that consumes unnecessary power, considering that the power generation system 6 (particularly the solar power generation system) cannot generate power at night. At this time, if there is a margin for the operation of the equipment necessary for maintaining the comfort of the resident, such as the air conditioning equipment, the operation of the air conditioning equipment is continued.

  As described above, the controller 9 considers information indicating a resident's life pattern (resting, sleeping), and the like, and a device that is often used in a specific time zone and a device that is rarely used. It is possible to limit the capabilities or functions of devices that are rarely used.

  The overload avoidance control of the device 5 by the controller 9 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 (A) and 4 (B). FIG. 4A is a graph showing fluctuations in power when the overload avoidance control by the controller 9 is not performed. In this graph, the horizontal axis indicates time, and the vertical axis indicates power consumption. That is, this graph shows the time transition of power consumption. Here, it is assumed that the function suppression for the device A has already been set by the controller 9. In this case, the device A can operate at the limit instructed by the controller 9 at the normal time. However, in a transient state after startup, the function of the device A may not be sufficiently suppressed in order to ensure the function, performance, and safety of the device A itself. In this case, when the operation of the device 5 (referred to as device A) is started at the timing indicated by the arrow, a system down occurs when the upper limit of power that can be supplied by the entire system is exceeded.

  In such a case, the controller 9 suppresses the function of the other device 5 (device B) to prevent the system from going down. By learning the operation of the device A and the subsequent change in the power consumption, the change in the power consumption due to the operation of the device A can be predicted, and is reflected in the control. As shown in FIG. 4B, when the operation of the device A is requested, the controller 9 strengthens the function restriction setting of the device B in advance or stops the device B, and in a transient state after the device A is activated. After the transient state of the device A is completed and stabilized, the device B is controlled to return to the original state.

  At this time, if the device A is a device capable of delaying the operation timing, the controller 9 first performs the function suppression of the device B and executes the operation process of the device A. Good. In addition, if the device A cannot be delayed in the operation timing, the controller 9 may execute the suppression of the function of the device B after starting the operation of the device A.

  As described above in detail, according to this embodiment, the controller 9 restricts the capability or function of the device 5 in accordance with a resident's request or life pattern at the time of disaster or autonomous operation. I made it. As a result, it is possible to provide the minimum necessary functions in accordance with daily life even during a disaster or autonomous operation. Furthermore, it is possible to provide a self-supporting energy management system that does not require connection to the power system 3. Furthermore, it is possible to suppress a sudden change in the generated power due to a change in environmental conditions by the power generation system 6 using natural energy, a sudden change in the power due to operation or stoppage of the device 5, and a transient state.

Embodiment 2. FIG.
Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described.

  An energy management system 1 according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention will be described. The basic configuration of the energy management system 1 is the same as that of the energy management system 1 according to the first embodiment. The difference from the energy management system 1 according to the first embodiment is the functional configuration of the controller 9.

  FIG. 5 shows the configuration of the controller 9. In FIG. 2 and FIG. 5, the components given the same reference numerals indicate the same components. Since these components are the same as those described in the first embodiment, description thereof is omitted.

  As shown in FIG. 5, the controller 9 further includes schedule change means 26. The schedule changing unit 26 is configured to operate the device 5 in accordance with the system state or the operation mode obtained from the system state detecting unit 24 so that the electric power or the electric energy in the electric power consumer 2 falls within the limit value. Time ability).

  In the energy management system 1, the device 5 includes a device 5 (for example, a cooking device, an air-conditioning device, etc.) that operates in accordance with the resident's operation content, and a device 5 that performs automatic operation (a heat pump water heater, charging the power storage system 7). Operation). In particular, in the device 5 that performs automatic operation, it is necessary to secure a necessary amount of energy by a predetermined time (time when hot water supply or a rechargeable battery is used). However, if the operations of the plurality of devices 5 overlap, the maximum value of power that can be used in the energy management system 1 may be exceeded. Therefore, the controller 9 (schedule changing means 26) changes the operation schedule of the device 5 based on the system state value and the operation mode so as not to exceed the maximum usable power.

  Here, the power storage system 7 is an electric vehicle. In this case, use of the power storage system 7 means using an electric vehicle.

  The operation of the schedule changing unit 26 will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 (A), 6 (B), and 6 (C). 6 (A), 6 (B), and 6 (C) are graphs showing an example of the daily power usage amount by the energy management system 1 as the hourly power amount. In FIG. 6A, FIG. 6B, and FIG. 6C, the broken line indicating the power consumption limit value indicates the maximum power consumption (power consumption) that can be used by the entire system during the independent operation. ing.

  FIG. 6A shows a change in the amount of power per day when the energy management system 1 is in a normal state. In this case, the energy management system 1 is connected to the power system 3. For this reason, it is possible to use electric power larger than the maximum power consumption that can be used during the autonomous operation of the system. In this case, the controller 9 uses the maximum power (contracted power) supplied from the power system 3 side or the occupant's input / output means 30 as the power consumption limit value without using the maximum power consumption at the time of self-supporting. The target value to be set can be used.

  According to FIG. 6A, the power consumption limit value exceeds 6 o'clock, 19 o'clock, 20 o'clock, and 21 o'clock. The schedule changing unit 26 restricts the capability or function of each device 5 or sets the operation timing of the device 5 based on history information indicating the relationship between the operation state of each device 5 and the power change, that is, the power usage history. Or rebuild the operation schedule. The reconstructed operation schedule is stored in the system state value database 21.

  FIG. 6B shows an example of a change in the amount of power per day when the schedule is reconstructed by the schedule changing unit 26. In FIG. 6B, the operation schedule is updated so that the power consumption limit value is the contract power of the power system 3 and the contract power amount is not exceeded. Specifically, the charging time of the electric vehicle is set to 22:00, 23:00, 0:00 to 4:00, and the start of the air conditioner operation is shifted from 6:00 to 7:00.

  FIG. 6C shows another example of a change in the amount of power per day when the schedule is reconstructed by the schedule changing unit 26. FIG. 6C illustrates a case where the energy management system 1 is performing a self-sustaining operation. During the self-sustaining operation, power supply from the power system 3 side cannot be obtained, and power supply cannot be obtained from the power generation system 6 (solar power generation system) at night time. For this reason, the controller 9 reconstructs the schedule so that the heat pump water heater and the electric vehicle are operated in the daytime when the power generation system 6 (solar power generation system) is operating. During the independent operation, the controller 9 suppresses the amount of hot water stored in the heat pump water heater, the amount of charge of the electric vehicle, and the like compared to when the power system 3 is connected.

  The power consumption limit value (target value) shown in FIGS. 6 (A), 6 (B), and 6 (C) is an upper limit value according to a resident's request input via the input / output means 30. There may be.

  The operation of the energy management system 1 according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. In the energy management system 1, the controller 9 performs overall control of the entire system. The controller 9 starts the activation process at the first activation or after the system reset. In this startup process, the controller 9 (system state detection means 24) first resets the operation mode to the normal state (step S102). Subsequently, the controller 9 (device function restriction setting means 25) resets the function restriction setting value for each device 5 (step S103). The resetting of the device limit setting value is transmitted to each device 5 through the communication unit 20.

  Subsequently, the controller 9 (communication unit 20) acquires the measurement value measured by the measurement unit 8 (step S104). Specifically, the controller 9 (communication unit 20) transmits a measurement value acquisition request to the measurement unit 8. The measured value obtained as a response is set in the system state value database 21. However, in the case where the measurement unit 8 is a device that cannot respond to a transmission request from the controller 9, that is, a device that has only a function of periodically transmitting measurement values, the controller 9 transmits a measurement value acquisition request. There is no need.

  Subsequently, the controller 9 (communication means 20) acquires an operation state value of the device 5 or the like (step S105). Specifically, the controller 9 transmits an operation state value acquisition request to the device 5, the power generation system 6, and the power storage system 7 via the communication unit 20, and the operation state value obtained as a response is the system state. Set in the value database 21.

  Subsequently, the controller 9 (system state detection means 24) detects the system state value based on the acquired measurement value and system state value (value stored in the system state value database 21) (step S106). . Here, various settings relating to requests from residents, which are input via the input / output means 30 (for example, setting for transition to independent operation at the occurrence of a power failure or steady state, power consumption or an upper limit setting for power consumption, The upper limit setting is also reflected in the system status value.

  Subsequently, the controller 9 compares the system state value detected last time with the system state value detected this time (step S107). When the system state value determined this time has changed with respect to the system state value determined last time (step S107; Yes), the controller 9 (system state detection means 24) responds to the system state value detected in step S106. The operation mode value is changed (step S108). Subsequently, the controller 9 (device function restriction setting means 25) sets the function restriction setting value for each device 5 in the system state value database 21 according to the operation mode value changed in step S108 (step S109). . The function restriction setting value set at this time is transmitted to each device 5 via the communication means 20.

  Subsequently, the controller 9 (schedule changing means 26) reconstructs a schedule relating to the operation timing or capability of the device 5 according to the system state and the operation mode (step S111).

  After execution of step S111, the controller 9 (system control means 22), based on the operation mode set in step S108 and the function restriction setting value of each device 5 set in step S109, each device 5, power generation system 6 and The power storage system 7 is controlled (step S110). At this time, the system control means 22 performs a control calculation based on the data value obtained from the system state value database 21. As a result, a restriction command including function restriction setting values for each device 5, power generation system 6, and power storage system 7 is set in the system state value database 21. The communication means 20 acquires the updated control command from the system state value database 21 and transmits it to each device 5.

  After execution of step S110, the process returns to step S104, and the subsequent processing is repeated.

  On the other hand, when the system state value detected this time has not changed with respect to the system state value detected last time (step S107; Yes), the controller 9 is in a state where the previous system state value matches the current system state value. Is determined for a predetermined number of days (for example, two weeks, one month, etc.) (step S112). When it has been continued for a predetermined number of days (for example, two weeks, one month, etc.) (step S112; Yes), the controller 9 (schedule changing means 26) is based on various histories in the meantime stored in the system state value database 21. The schedule is reconstructed (step S113).

  When the predetermined number of days has not been continued (step S112; No), or after execution of step S113, the controller 9 (system control means 22) performs the operation mode set in step S108 and the function of each device 5 set in step S109. Based on the limit setting value, each device 5 is controlled (step S110).

  As described above in detail, according to this embodiment, the controller 9 reconstructs the operation schedule of the device 5 in accordance with the resident's demand or life pattern at the time of a disaster or autonomous operation. For this reason, it becomes possible to provide the minimum necessary functions in accordance with the lives of residents even during disasters or during independent operation. Furthermore, it is possible to provide a self-supporting energy management system 1 that does not require connection to the power system 3. Furthermore, it is possible to suppress a sudden change in generated power due to a change in environmental conditions by the power generation system 6 using natural energy, a sudden change in power due to operation or stop of the device 5, or a transient state.

  In FIG. 1, a configuration in which a wireless communication function is added by connecting the wireless communication unit 10 to a management target later is described. However, an equivalent wireless communication function is implemented in each management target, and the management target Wireless communication may be performed alone.

  In each of the above embodiments, the network configuration of the energy management system 1 is described as a wireless network configuration here, but may be a network configuration using a wired network. In the case of a wired network, the wireless communication unit 10 is changed to a wired communication unit.

  Further, the power storage system 7 and the environment measuring device 8b are not necessarily provided.

  In the above embodiment, the program to be executed is a computer-readable recording such as a flexible disk, a CD-ROM (Compact Disk Read-Only Memory), a DVD (Digital Versatile Disk), and an MO (Magneto-Optical Disk). A system that executes the above-described processing may be configured by storing and distributing the program on a medium and installing the program.

  Further, the program may be stored in a disk device or the like of a predetermined server device on a communication network such as the Internet, and may be downloaded, for example, superimposed on a carrier wave.

  In addition, when the above functions are realized by sharing an OS (Operating System), or when the functions are realized by cooperation between the OS and an application, only the part other than the OS may be stored in a medium and distributed. You may also download it.

  Various embodiments and modifications can be made to the present invention without departing from the broad spirit and scope of the present invention. The above-described embodiments are for explaining the present invention and do not limit the scope of the present invention. In other words, the scope of the present invention is shown not by the embodiments but by the claims. Various modifications within the scope of the claims and within the scope of the equivalent invention are considered to be within the scope of the present invention.

  The present invention is suitable, for example, for power management of a plurality of devices of a power consumer at the time of a power failure or the like.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Energy management system, 2 Electric power customer, 3 Electric power system, 4 Electric power line, 5 Equipment, 6 Power generation system, 7 Power storage system, 8 Measuring means, 8a Power measuring device, 8b Environmental measuring device, 9 Controller, 10 Wireless communication means , 20 communication means, 21 system state value database, 22 system control means, 23 clock means, 24 system state detection means, 25 device function restriction setting means, 26 schedule change means

Claims (10)

An energy management system for managing power in a power consumer,
A power generation system for generating power;
A plurality of devices that consume power in the power consumer;
Measuring means for measuring physical quantities related to the environment in the electric power consumer;
A controller for monitoring and controlling the plurality of devices;
With
The controller is
Based on the measurement result of the measurement means and the operating state of each device, the state of the entire management target including the power generation system, the plurality of devices, and the measurement means is detected,
When power is being supplied through the power system , at least one of information indicating the resident's request including the upper limit value of power consumption set by the resident and information indicating the living pattern of the resident is considered. And based on the detected state of the entire management target, limit the capability or function of each device,
During self-sustaining operation when power is not supplied through the power system, the power consumption due to operation of the plurality of devices does not exceed the power that can be self-sufficient regardless of the upper limit value of power consumption set by the resident To limit the capabilities or functions of each device as described above ,
Energy management system.   A controller that controls a management target including a power generation system that generates power, a plurality of devices that consume power in a power consumer, and a measurement unit that measures a physical quantity related to the environment in the power consumer; An energy management system to manage,
  The controller is
  Based on the measurement result of the measuring means and the operating state of each device, the state of the entire management target is detected,
When power is being supplied through the power system, at least one of information indicating the resident's request including the upper limit value of power consumption set by the resident and information indicating the living pattern of the resident is considered. And based on the detected state of the entire management target, limit the capability or function of each device,
  During self-sustaining operation when power is not supplied through the power system, the power consumption due to operation of the plurality of devices does not exceed the power that can be self-sufficient regardless of the upper limit value of power consumption set by the resident To limit the capabilities or functions of each device as described above,
  Energy management system. The controller is
The power consumption is to adjust the timing of the excess not the operation of each device so that suppliable capacity of the system,
The energy management system according to claim 1 or 2 . The controller is
Change the operation schedule of each device so that the power or the amount of power in the power consumer falls within a limit value,
The energy management system according to any one of claims 1 to 3. The controller is
Record history information indicating the relationship between the operating state of each device and the power change,
Based on the recorded history information, the capability or function of each device is restricted.
The energy management system as described in any one of Claims 1 thru | or 4. The controller is
Record history information indicating the relationship between the operating state of each device and the power change,
Based on the recorded history information, the function of a device other than the specific device of the plurality of devices is limited until the transition state is completed after the specific device of the plurality of devices is activated. ,
The energy management system according to any one of claims 1 to 5. Each device is
In accordance with a restriction instruction transmitted from the controller, restricts the capability or function of the own device,
The energy management system according to any one of claims 1 to 6. Each device is
Returning information indicating the state of the own device generated by the restriction of the capability or function of the own device according to the restriction instruction transmitted from the controller to the controller;
The energy management system according to claim 7. The controller is
Comprising input / output means for the resident;
Information indicating the status of the device returned from each device is output to the input / output means.
The energy management system according to claim 8. The controller is
Based on weather information, predicting the power generated by the power generation system,
If a decrease in the generated power is expected, tighten the restrictions on each device,
When surplus is predicted to occur in the generated power, the generated power is sold or stored,
The energy management system according to any one of claims 1 to 9.