Equinix. has been granted a patent for a system that manages energy flows in a data center. The system includes a power generation unit, a battery storage system, and processing circuitry to forecast energy utilization, monitor availability, and configure energy flows, ensuring efficient power management during peak demands. GlobalData’s report on Equinix gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Energy management system for data center power optimization
The patent US12040611B2 describes a sophisticated energy management system designed for data centers, which integrates a power generation system, a battery storage system, and processing circuitry. The power generation system is specifically sized to meet the normal energy requirements of the data center but is not sufficient for peak energy demands. Notably, it operates more efficiently at peak capacity. The processing circuitry is tasked with forecasting energy utilization, monitoring various energy availability factors, and determining an energy flow configuration that prioritizes the power generation system as the primary energy source. This configuration mandates that the data center does not draw power from the electrical grid, even when available, ensuring that energy needs are met through a combination of the power generation system and the battery storage system.
Additionally, the system employs machine learning to refine energy utilization forecasts based on historical data, allowing for dynamic adjustments to energy flows. The battery storage system, which may consist of lithium-ion batteries, is managed to either charge or discharge energy based on a desired state of charge. The energy availability factors considered include commercial, environmental, and local monitoring information, among others. The patent also outlines methods for continuously updating energy flow configurations to adapt to changing conditions, ensuring that the data center's energy needs are met efficiently and sustainably. This innovative approach aims to optimize energy management in data centers, balancing the use of generated power and stored energy while minimizing reliance on external power sources.
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