A new software for planning and designing of energy storage systems

Optimal configuration of energy storage type and capacity is a difficult problem of planning and designing of Energy Storage System which is constructed for distributed generation. To solve the problem, we develop the software PDESS. The functions of PDESS include data analysis, capacity optimization, structure design and scheme evaluation. Considering the system´s economy and technical capabilities, PDESS can evaluate different schemes and compare them based on capacity optimization. This system provides a user-friendly interaction platform for comprehensive evaluation and decision-making on alternatives, which can combine both advantages of machine calculation and human experience. The software is developed under Visual Studio.Net environment, in which VB is adopted to develop visual interfaces and VC is used to implement background algorithms. The versatility and scalability is emphasized during development.