Power supply control of the OBSEA seafloor observatory

Authors

  • Xavier Palou
  • Marc Nogueras Cervera
  • Antonio Manuel Lázaro

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5821/iwp.2009.8.15723

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to present the design and construction process of the power supply needed for a remote data acquisition system. It is based on twuelvw AC to DC switching converters in a serial connection and a logic programable controller (PLC). The energy is transmitted to the acquisition system, which is located several kilometers away, by means of a cable. The supply system has been designed with a higher capacity than the current requirements of the subsea station and the controller decides constantly the best configuration required at each moment.

Issue

No. 8 (2009)

Section

Articles

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