A cloud motion vector system that was designed previously by WPI students was analyzed and improved. In the process, many expensive components were made obsolete, and additional features were introduced. A custom PCB was designed to facilitate the use of RJ45 connectors and ethernet cables to connect the sensors to the microcontroller, resulting in a much easier setup, transportation, and storage of the CMVS. Large steps were made towards the creation of a commercially-viable product, but there is still much testing that needs to be done to ensure stable and accurate operation.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Natale, Stephen

Subject

• Energy
• Infrastructure
• Sustainability
• Industry

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 43826
• E-project-121621-235245

Keyword

• CMVS
• Cloud Motion Vectors
• Standby Generators
• Solar Forecasting
• Photovoltaic Power
• Power Grid

Advisor

• Mughal, Maqsood Ali

Year

• 2021

Sponsor

• Eversource

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
• 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
• 13 - Climate Action

Date created

• 2021-12-16

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Electrical & Computer Engineering

Rights statement

• In Copyright