Glossary
Flexibility (demand side response)
Flexibility (demand side response) is the ability to increase or decrease the output of operating technologies and energy sources, or shifting the electricity consumption of a delivery point through battery storage in real time. The goal of this flexibility is to reduce the load on the transmission system. It helps balance peaks (peak shaving) and shift loads (load shifting), which represents additional income for delivery points from providing uncertified ancillary services.
Flexibility plays a key role in the transition to a low-carbon energy system with a higher share of renewable energy sources. It enables efficient management of electricity consumption and production, thus contributing to the stability and sustainability of the energy system.
Fossil Fuels
Fossil fuels are natural energy resources that formed over millions of years from the decomposition of plant and animal remains buried beneath the Earth's surface. The most common fossil fuels include coal, oil, and natural gas. These resources are used for electricity generation, heating, and as transportation fuels.
Fossil fuels are the main source of energy for many industries, but burning them produces greenhouse gas emissions such as carbon dioxide (CO2), which contributes to global warming and climate change. In addition, the extraction and processing of fossil fuels can have negative impacts on the environment, including water and soil pollution.
FUERGY control unit
Fuergy control unit is a communication interface between FUERGY software and hardware, such as a battery storage and photovoltaic panels. This hardware is built on the ARB 32-bit architecture, which includes a 64-bit Intel® Atom™ processor. It can be controlled remotely via cloud server, which enables efficient remote management and monitoring of energy systems.
The FUERGY Control Unit is an essential component of every smart battery storage system, brAIn by FUERGY, as it enables efficient management and optimization of energy resources, leading to increased energy efficiency and cost savings.
FUERGY power merger
FUERGY Power Merger is a device designed for the parallel connection of three independent DC voltage sources. Its primary function is to ensure power supply redundancy for control and communication devices. In the event of a failure of one power source, the Power Merger enables the remaining sources to continue supplying power, thereby increasing the overall system reliability.
The FUERGY Power Merger is an ideal solution for systems that require high reliability and uninterrupted power supply, such as energy management systems and communication devices.
To illustrate how the FUERGY Power Merger works, imagine the connection of three independent power sources—such as a solar panel system, a battery storage system, and a backup generator. If one of these sources fails (e.g., solar panels do not generate sufficient energy on a cloudy day), the FUERGY Power Merger automatically ensures that the remaining two sources continue providing the necessary power for control and communication devices. This guarantees that the system remains operational and reliable even in the event of a component failure.